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All affectation is the vain and ridiculous attempt of poverty to appear rich. —Johann Kaspar Lavater

Paltry affectation, strained allusions, and disgusting finery are easily attained by those who choose to wear them; they are but too frequen...

When Cicero consulted the oracle at Delphos, concerning what course of studies he should pursue, the answer was, “Follow Nature.” If every o...

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