All things of the body stream away like a river, all things of the mind are dreams and delusion; life is warfare, and a visit to a strange land; the only lasting fame is oblivion.
Marcus AureliusAbout author
- Author's profession: Soldier
- Nationality: roman
- Born: April 27, 0121
- Died: March 19, 0180
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