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... emperor , stating , that as he was on the point of being called to the bar , he flattered himself he could be of more service to his country as a lawyer than as a soldier . " My good friend , " said the emperor , " you are not ignorant ...
... emperor , stating , that as he was on the point of being called to the bar , he flattered himself he could be of more service to his country as a lawyer than as a soldier . " My good friend , " said the emperor , " you are not ignorant ...
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... emperor's speech with the highest marks of admiration ; after which he fell upon his knees , and begging pardon , declared that he dreaded more the eloquence of Caligula , than his imperial power . This piece of flattery succeeded so ...
... emperor's speech with the highest marks of admiration ; after which he fell upon his knees , and begging pardon , declared that he dreaded more the eloquence of Caligula , than his imperial power . This piece of flattery succeeded so ...
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