Anything forced is not beautiful.The Art of Horsemanship
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Xenophon was an ancient Greek historian, philosopher, and soldier, born around 430 BCE in Athens. He is best known for his writings on the history of his time, particularly "Anabasis," which chronicles his experiences as a mercenary in the Persian Empire, and for his works on Socratic philosophy and the art of leadership. His contributions to history and literature have made him a significant figure in classical studies.
Anything forced is not beautiful.The Art of Horsemanship
Those men who, in war, seek to preserve their lives at any rate commonly die with shame and ignominy, while those who look upon death as common to all, and unavoidable, and are only solicitous to die with honour, oftener arrive at old age and, while they live, live happier.Hellenica, Book 3, 4.5
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