Men often applaud an imitation and hiss... by Aesop | We Heart Quotes

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Men often applaud an imitation and hiss the real thing.

- Aesop

Other quotes by Aesop

Evil Will

Destroy the seed of evil, or it will grow up to your ruin.

- Aesop

Office

We hang the petty thieves and appoint the great ones to public office.

- Aesop

May

Injuries may be forgiven, but not forgotten.

- Aesop

Today

It is thrifty to prepare today for the wants of tomorrow.

- Aesop

Truth

Don't let your special character and values, the secret that you know and no one else does, the truth - don't let that get swallowed up by the great chewing complacency.

- Aesop

Adventure

Adventure is worthwhile.

- Aesop

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