Marcus Aurelius Quote by Ben Aaronovitch
““I think you’re going to find Marcus Aurelius particularly useful.’ ‘For what?’ I asked. Nightingale hesitated. ‘Quoting, mainly,’ he said. ‘And thus maintaining an air of erudition and authority.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Rivers of London, 2011
Quoting classical wisdom can lend credibility and depth to modern arguments.
In simple terms: Quoting adds authority.
Key Takeaway
Use classic quotes to strengthen points.
Themes
authority
erudition
communication
Mood
intellectual
reflective
Type
advisory
literary
When to use this quote
- debates
- academic writing
- public speaking
- media interviews
Key Concepts
Stoicism
rhetoric
historical reference
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance original thought with quotations?
- When is a quote more persuasive than your own words?
A Different Perspective
Overreliance on quotes may seem pretentious.
