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A selection of Schopenhauer's most accessible philosophical writing — drawn from Parerga and Paralipomena — including his pessimistic philosophy, practical wisdom, and aphorisms — the most widely read Schopenhauer collection.
Syrian-born Roman mime-writer — whose moral maxims extracted from his theatrical works became the most quoted Latin aphorisms — freed slave who won theatrical competitions in Rome.
J. Christopher Herold's 1955 compilation of Napoleon's quotes, maxims, and reflections — drawn from his letters, conversations, and proclamations — providing the closest available window into Napoleon's thinking on war, leadership, politics, and human nature.
A collection of moral maxims from the Roman mime-writer Publius Syrus — collected from his theatrical works — including many of the most durable Latin aphorisms.