Quote by Quintilian (35-96)

• That laughter costs too much which is purchased by the sacrifice of decency.

• When defeat is inevitable, it is wisest to yield.

• Nature herself has never attempted to effect great changes rapidly.

• Our minds are like our stomachs; they are whetted by the change of their food, and variety supplies both with fresh appetites.

• A liar should have a good memory.

• Nothing can be pleasing which is not also becoming.