Woman is a violent and uncontrolled animal, and it is useless to let go the reins and then expect her not to kick over the traces. You must keep her on a tight rein . . . Women want total… — Cato the Elder Copy Share Image
Buy not what you want, but what you have need of; what you do not want is dear at a farthing. — Cato the Elder Copy Share Image
It is a difficult matter to argue with the belly since it has no ears. — Cato the Elder Copy Share Image
When you have decided to purchase a farm, be careful not to buy rashly; do not spare your visits and be not content with… — Cato the Elder Copy Share Image
When you have arrived at your country house and have saluted your household, you should make the rounds of the farm the same day,… — Cato the Elder Copy Share Image
I prefer to do right and get no thanks than to do wrong and receive no punishment. — Cato the Elder Copy Share Image
