Quote by Lucius Accius

Indeed, wretched the man whose fame makes his misfortunes famous.

Indeed, wretched the man whose fame makes his misfortunes fa

Summary

This quote suggests that a person who becomes well-known or famous for their misfortunes is truly unfortunate. It implies that having our failures, struggles, or misfortunes become widely known can bring great distress and a sense of misery. Instead of finding sympathy or support, this person is constantly reminded of their past negative experiences, preventing them from moving on or finding solace. It highlights the burden society can place on an individual whose reputation is overshadowed by their misfortunes, making it a wretched existence for them.

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By Lucius Accius

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