The Roman Nobility are not fond of strangers, and you will observe that extreme hospitality is only found where visitors are scarce. (Peter Beckford)

The Roman Nobility are not fond of strangers, and you will observe that extreme hospitality is only found where visitors are scarce.

Peter Beckford

Related topics

found fond nobility observe

Related quotes

Playing for complications is an extreme measure that a player should adopt only when he cannot find a clear and logical plan. View quote
Alexander Alekhine
I slept with faith and found a corpse in my arms on awakening; I drank and danced all night with doubt and found her a virgin in the morning. View quote
Aleister Crowley
Truth is ever to be found in simplicity, and not in the multiplicity and confusion of things. View quote
Isaac Newton
In preparing for battle, I have always found that plans are useless but planning is indispensable. View quote
Dwight D. Eisenhower
A mother's happiness is like a beacon, lighting up the future but reflected also on the past in the guise of fond memories. View quote
Honoré de Balzac