“Self-control is the chief element in self-respect, and self-respect is the chief element in courage.” Thucydides
How can you, who are all your own,
Behold thyself, and not be moved?
Why, if one jot of honor's own is left in you,
Do you not love it?
If you have a divine soul,
Why do you stoop to things so mean?
Why do you m…
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