“Accustom yourself to master and overcome things of difficulty; for if you observe, the left hand for want of practice is insignificant, and not adapted to general business; yet it holds the bridle better than the right, from constant use.”
Quote by Pliny the Elder
Author
Pliny the Elder
Pliny the Elder was a Roman author, naturalist, and philosopher, renowned for his comprehensive work 'Natural History'. Born in 23 AD, he was a member of the Roman nobility and held various public offices, including military and administrative roles. His encyclopedic work is a cornerstone of classical literature, offering extensive insights into the natural world, including geography, botany, zoology, and human history. Tragically, Pliny the Elder perished in 79 AD during the eruption of Mount Vesuvius. more
You May Also Like
“Cats too, with what silent stealthiness, with what light steps do they creep up to a bird!”
Source: Delphi Complete Works of Pliny the Elder (Illustrated)
“The winding down of summer puts me in a heavy philosophical mood.”
Source: Delphi Complete Works of Pliny the Elder (Illustrated)
“Let not things, because they are common, enjoy for that the less share of our consideration.”
Source: Delphi Complete Works of Pliny the Elder (Illustrated)
“How many things... are looked upon as quite impossible until they have been actually effected?”