Marcus Annaeus Lucan

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    Not only had Caesar a great name and a general’s glory, but his valor knew no rest, and the only thing he looked upon as a disgrace was not winning a battle.
    Marcus Annaeus Lucan (39–65)

    He [Pompey] stands, the shadow of a great name.
    —Marcus Annaeus Lucan (39–65)

    Dispense with all delay!
    Postponement always harms when all’s prepared.
    —Marcus Annaeus Lucan (39–65)

    Deep-seated are the wounds of civil brawls.
    —Marcus Annaeus Lucan (39–65)