“Nimic nu-i mai rău pentru caracterul omului decât să fi mândru de faptele tale bune. Fie că te mândrești cu musculatura, cu rapiditatea, cu forța, îndemânarea, îndurarea..., acestea sunt slăbiciuni comune nouă tuturor. Dar atunci când un om rămâne din virtutea lui doar cu îngâmfarea, este trist!”
This novel is a fictional account of the Roman Empire, centering on the experiences of a soldier named Marcellus. After winning a costly robe in a chariot race, Marcellus is faced with the moral and philosophical implications of his newfound wealth and status. The story explores themes of power, greed, and the human condition amidst the backdrop of the Roman Empire. more
Lloyd C. Douglas was an American author renowned for his historical novels and religious works. His novel 'The Robe' became a bestseller and won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 1945. Born on August 27, 1877, in Mankato, Minnesota, Douglas attended the University of Minnesota and practiced law before turning to writing full-time. His career spanned over 40 books, including both fiction and non-fiction. more
“Lumea nu merită sacrificiul de a trăi pentru ea, cu atât mai puțin de a muri.”
“إن ما يخافه البشر أكثر ما يخافون هو أن يتقدموا خطوة إلى أمام.”