A Quote by Decimius Magnus Ausonius

Ausonius must be read to be believed! As poet, no subject is too trivial for him; as courtier, no flattery too excessive.

Decimius Magnus Ausonius

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Decimius Magnus Ausonius
Roman - Poet
310 - 395

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