Advantage Quote by Marcus Vitruvius Pollio

“But as for me, Emperor, nature has not given me stature, age has marred my face, and my strength is impaired by ill health. Therefore, since these advantages fail me, I shall win your approval, as I hope, by the help of my knowledge and my writings.”

Marcus Vitruvius Pollio

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