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Marcus Annaeus Lucanus (November 3, 39 AD – April 30, 65 AD), better known in English as Lucan, was a Roman poet, born in Corduba (modern-day Córdoba ), in the Hispania Baetica. Despite his short life, he is regarded as one of the outstanding figures of the Imperial Latin period. His youth and speed of composition set him apart from other poets.


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Quote Left Might was the measure of right. Quote Right
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Quote Left 'If the victor had the gods on his side, the vanquished had Cato.' Quote Right
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Quote Left Nobody ever chooses the already unfortunate as objects of his loyal friendship. Quote Right
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Quote Left A show of daring oft conceals great fear. Quote Right
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Quote Left A crime which is the crime of many none avenge. Quote Right
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