“ In my opinion, at least, the splendid achievements of Alexander are the clearest possible proof that neither strength of body, nor noble blood, nor success in war even greater than Alexander's own...… Arrian
“ Our enemies are Medes and Persians, men who for centuries have lived soft and luxurious lives; we of Macedon for generations past have been trained in the hard school of danger and war. Above all, we… Arrian
“ Most people, if they know they have done wrong, foolishly suppose they can conceal their error by defending it, and finding a justification for it; but in my belief there is only one medicine for an e… Arrian
“ In these circumstances they did what most of us do, and, being ignorant of the truth, persuaded themselves into believing what they wished to believe. Arrian
“ Do not try to lead men who are unwilling to follow you; if their heart is not in it, you will never find the old spirit or the old courage. Arrian
