Those who are actuated by the desire of fame and glory are amazingly gratified by approbation and praise, even though it comes from their inferiors. (Pliny the Younger)

Those who are actuated by the desire of fame and glory are amazingly gratified by approbation and praise, even though it comes from their inferiors.

Pliny the Younger

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