“Life and death appear more certainly ours than whatsoever else; and yet hardly can that be called ours, which comes without our knowledge, and goes without it.”
Quote by Walter Savage Landor
Work
Imaginary conversations of Greeks and Romans
This book presents a series of imagined conversations between prominent figures from ancient Greek and Roman civilizations. The dialogues delve into various topics, offering insights into the intellectual and cultural exchanges of the time. more
Author
Walter Savage Landor
Walter Savage Landor was an English writer known for his poetry and prose. His works are renowned for their wit, satire, and profound philosophical insights, which have had a lasting impact on literature. more
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