Quote by Horace

Many heroes lived before Agamemnon; but all are unknown and unwept, extinguished in everlasting night, because they have no spirited chronicler.

Many heroes lived before Agamemnon; but all are unknown and

Summary

This quote highlights the importance of having a chronicler or storyteller to preserve and celebrate the lives of heroes. It suggests that there were countless brave individuals throughout history who remain forgotten and unappreciated due to the absence of someone to tell their stories. Their heroic deeds and legacies are lost in the darkness of time simply because they lacked a spirited chronicler to document and honor their actions. It emphasizes the power of storytelling in ensuring that the extraordinary lives and accomplishments of heroes are remembered and revered.

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