Live thy life as it were spoil and pluck the joys · Marcial

While you cannot resolve what you are, at last you

Live thy life as it were spoil and pluck the joys that fly.

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Marcial

0040-03-01 — 0104 · Augusta Bilbilis

Martial was a Hispano-Roman poet known for his satirical and irreverent epigrams, which offered a vivid and often comical glimpse into daily life in Imperial Rome. His work is celebrated for its keen observation, biting irony, and masterful use of language, addressing themes such as love, marriage, social hypocrisy, and the pursuit of wealth. His concise and impactful epigrams continue to entertain and provoke reflection, serving as an invaluable source for the study of Roman society and human nature.