Marcus Annaeus Lucanus (39–65 CE), better known in English as Lucan, was a Roman poet, born in Corduba, in Hispania Baetica. Despite his short life, he is regarded as one of the outstanding figures of the Imperial Latin period. His youth and speed of composition set him apart from other poets.
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An idle life always produces varied inclinations.
—Lucan (Marcus Annaeus Lucanus)
Topics: Idleness, One liners
Neither side is guiltless if its adversary is appointed judge.
—Lucan (Marcus Annaeus Lucanus)
Topics: Guilt
Those who guilt stains it equals.
—Lucan (Marcus Annaeus Lucanus)
Topics: One liners, Guilt
I am indebted to my father for living, but to my teacher for living well.
—Lucan (Marcus Annaeus Lucanus)
Topics: Teaching
I am dying from the treatment of too many physicians.
—Lucan (Marcus Annaeus Lucanus)
Topics: Medicine
Remember upon the conduct of each depends the fate of all.
—Lucan (Marcus Annaeus Lucanus)
Topics: Unity, Teamwork
There is nothing impossible to him who will try.
—Lucan (Marcus Annaeus Lucanus)
Topics: Determination
How great are the dangers I face to win a good name in Athens.
—Lucan (Marcus Annaeus Lucanus)
Topics: Fame
The prosperous man is never sure that he is loved for himself.
—Lucan (Marcus Annaeus Lucanus)
Topics: Success & Failure, Prosperity
Boldness is a mask for fear, however great.
—Lucan (Marcus Annaeus Lucanus)
Topics: Boldness, Bravery
Avoid delays: procrastination always does harm.
—Lucan (Marcus Annaeus Lucanus)
Topics: Procrastination
I would rather excel others in the knowledge of what is excellent than in the extent of my powers and dominion.
—Lucan (Marcus Annaeus Lucanus)
Topics: Excellence
If I were not Alexander, I would be Diogenes.
—Lucan (Marcus Annaeus Lucanus)
Topics: Self Respect, Self-Esteem
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