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The desire to know a thing is heightened by its gratification being deferred.

Pliny the Elder

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Our youth and manhood are due to our country, but our declining years are due to ourselves.
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Nothing is more useful than wine for strengthening the body and also more detrimental to our pleasure if moderation be lacking.
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