Suicide Quote by Mark Kurlansky
““According to Seneca, Apicius committed suicide because, having spent one tenth of a considerable fortune on his kitchen, he realized that he could not long continue in the style he had chosen.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Salt: A World History, Mark Kurlansky, 2002
Apicius spent lavishly on culinary luxuries, then realized his lifestyle was unsustainable, leading to suicide.
In simple terms: He killed himself after overspending on food.
Beware excess; align spending with means.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal budgeting
- luxury consumption
- historical anecdotes
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance indulgence with sustainability?
- What warnings does history give about extravagance?
Wealth without restraint can cause ruin.