“I am not poor, I am not rich; nihil est, nihil deest, I have little, I want nothing: all my treasure is in Minerva’s tower...I live still a collegiate student...and lead a monastic life, ipse mihi theatrum [sufficient entertainment to myself], sequestered from those tumults and troubles of the world...aulae vanitatem, fori ambitionem, ridere mecum soleo [I laugh to myself at the vanities of the court, the intrigues of public life], I laugh at all.”
Quote by Robert Burton
Work
The Anatomy of Melancholy
Written in the 17th century, this book is a comprehensive examination of melancholy, a term historically used to describe a range of mental and emotional states. It delves into the physiological, psychological, and philosophical aspects of melancholy, offering insights into its causes and cures. The work is notable for its extensive use of classical literature and medical texts, and its influence on the development of psychology and psychiatry. more
Author
Robert Burton
Robert Burton, born on February 8, 1577 and died on January 25, 1640, was an English scholar. His most notable achievement was writing 'The Anatomy of Melancholy', a comprehensive exploration of the psychological phenomenon of melancholy, which had a profound impact on the fields of psychology, literature, and philosophy in the modern world. more
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