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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Articles about Lucan or articles that mention Lucan.
Here are a few random quotes by Lucan.
See also: All Lucan Quotes
A crime which is the crime of many none avenge. Go to Quote / Comment
Nobody ever chooses the already unfortunate as objects of his loyal friendship. Go to Quote / Comment
'If the victor had the gods on his side, the vanquished had Cato.' Go to Quote / Comment
Boldness is a mask for fear, however great. Go to Quote / Comment
Might was the measure of right. Go to Quote / Comment