The gods conceal from men the happiness of death, that they may endure life.
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Lucan
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About Lucan
Marcus Annaeus Lucanus, better known in English as Lucan, was a Roman poet, born in Corduba, Hispania Baetica. He is regarded as one of the outstanding figures of the Imperial Latin period, known in particular for his epic Pharsalia. His youth and speed of composition set him apart from other poets.
Read on Wikipedia → Find books by LucanNobody ever chooses the already unfortunate as objects of his loyal friendship.