Category: Literature

Gentle means are often more effective than force. Phoebus (the…

The folly of giving power or favor to the undeserving….

The folly of trying to win favor by behaving in…

Even the smallest among us can offer significant help; never…

For some, gratitude means simply refraining from harming their benefactors….

Some people will only accept the truth after experiencing the…

We often make false estimates, valuing our ornamental traits over…

An overly greedy disposition often leads to the loss of…

We should rely primarily on our own efforts in matters…

Raising high expectations can make an ordinary event seem ridiculous….

It is unjust and cruel to find amusement at the…

The advantages of moderation and the folly of intemperance. One…