Somewhat off topic, perhaps, but how do we get "Horace" out of Quintus Horatius Flaccus? How would he have been referred to by his contemporaries? Quintus? Horatius? Flaccus? Or some combination?
I forgot to mention - the clip you included from Dead Poets Society - Robin Williams’ detailed teaching of his schoolboys about life and death - such graphic, important reminders for us all!
Yes, but is Horace content with me? Interesting post, Doctor Pigliucci--I shared on FB based on your best (albeit a throwaway) line about earning a living. Thanks!
How to be content with Horace
Somewhat off topic, perhaps, but how do we get "Horace" out of Quintus Horatius Flaccus? How would he have been referred to by his contemporaries? Quintus? Horatius? Flaccus? Or some combination?
I forgot to mention - the clip you included from Dead Poets Society - Robin Williams’ detailed teaching of his schoolboys about life and death - such graphic, important reminders for us all!
The older I get, the more Epicurus resonates with me.
Very good article. Thank you. I would appreciate so much if you could give us more articles comparing Stoic and Epicurean stance in life!
More wonderful life thinking, life teaching - thank you!
Yes, but is Horace content with me? Interesting post, Doctor Pigliucci--I shared on FB based on your best (albeit a throwaway) line about earning a living. Thanks!
Massimo, I always appreciate the clarity of your thought and writing. Thanks!