“Quick decisions are unsafe decisions.“ Sophocles, Greek Playwright
Valiant Speakers…
“The valiant profit more their country than the finest, cleverest speakers.“ Titus Maccius Plautus, Roman Playwright
Passing on Your Knowledge…
“…just because I have a skill does not mean I can pass it on.“ (Gemmell, 1992, p.56) Unfortunately, not everyone can be a competent teacher/trainer. However, this does not mean that a person couldn’t contribute to the learning of others. A person who may not make a ‘good’ teacher/trainer but has a wealth of knowledge… Read More
Skills & Context…
“In the city there are many clerks, administrators, organisers. Without them Drenan would cease to run. They are valued men. But place them in these mountains and they would starve to death while surrounded by game and edible roots. You understand? The degree of a man’s skill is relative to his surroundings, or the challenges… Read More
Infantry…
“Ah, yes, mere infantry – poor beggars…“ Titus Maccius Plautus, Roman Playwright
Bravery & Strength…
“Even the bravest cannot fight beyond his strength.“ Homer, Greek Writer & Poet
Preparation…
“Qui desiderat pacem praeparet bellum.“ “Let him who desires peace prepare for war.“ Vegetius, Roman Writer
