Patriotism, when it wants to make itself felt in the domain of learning, is a dirty fellow who should be thrown out of doors. Counsels and Maxims
He always reflects concerning the quality, and not the quantity, of his life. As soon as there are many events in his life that give him trouble and disturb his peace of mind, he sets himself free. Moral letters to Lucilius
For of all gainful professions, nothing is better, nothing more pleasing, nothing more delightful, nothing better becomes a well-bred man than agriculture. On Duties
Art is not a copy of the real world; one of the damn things is enough. Languages of Art
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