“Men are better watching the seasons, and putting good into the earth, than running together in cities, where they listen all day to each other's noises and forgot the gods. Acharnai is quite far enough.”
Book:The Last of the Wine
Quote by Mary Renault
Work
The Last of the Wine
This historical novel explores themes of friendship, love, and the human condition through the eyes of a group of young Athenians as they navigate the complexities of war and political intrigue during the Peloponnesian War. more
Author
Mary Renault
Mary Renault was a British writer renowned for her historical novels, often set in ancient Greece. Her works, characterized by detailed portrayals of ancient Greek society and profound character development, have won her a wide readership. Renault's unique writing style has left a lasting impact on the genre of historical fiction. more
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