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“No man becomes bad all at once.”

Quote by Juvenal

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Juvenal, a renowned Roman poet, died around 100 AD. His poetry is known for its satire and criticism, with major works including 'Satires' and 'Satires Continuati'. Juvenal's poetry reflects the corruption and moral decay of Roman society at the time, and has had a profound impact on literature. more

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