Marcus Tullius Cicero Quote

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"La brevedad es el alma del mando"

Translations

“The wise man is always similar to himself”

Marcus Tullius Cicero

“If you have a garden and a library you have everything you need”

“Study carefully, the character of the one you recommend, lest their misconduct bring you shame.”

“The pursuit, even of the best things, ought to be calm and tranquil.”

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