In comparing various authors with one another, I have discovered that some of the gravest and latest writers have transcribed, word for word, from former works, without making acknowledgment.
– Pliny the Elder
It is generally much more shameful to lose a good reputation than never to have acquired it.
– Pliny the Elder
No mortal man, moreover is wise at all moments.
– Pliny the Elder
The best plan is to profit by the folly of others.
– Pliny the Elder
The lust of avarice has so totally seized upon mankind that their wealth seems rather to possess them than they possess their wealth.
– Pliny the Elder
There is always something new out of Africa.
– Pliny the Elder
With a grain of salt.
– Pliny the Elder
In these matters the only certainty is that nothing is certain.
– Pliny the Elder
True glory consists in doing what deserves to be written; in writing what deserves to be read; and in so living as to make the world happier for our living in it.
– Pliny the Elder
Indeed, what is there that does not appear marvelous when it comes to our knowledge for the first time? How many things, too, are looked upon as quite impossible until they have been actually effected?