"New preoccupations take the place of the old, hope excites more hope and ambition more ambition. We do not look for an end to our misery, but simply change the reason for it." - Seneca Essential Seneca quotes now at your fingertips - A great way to explore the ideas and philosophy of Seneca - Perfect for casual reading, taking ideas, and finding inspiration - Makes an excellent gift choice - EDITORIAL UPDATE: Now includes a brief biography of Seneca -- "He who profits by crime commits it." ~ Seneca -- "Society is afflicted with madness, evident in our tolerance of large-scale violence such as war. While we condemn individual crimes, we often overlook the atrocities committed in the name of national interests, revealing the boundless greed and cruelty perpetuated by collective actions." ~ Seneca -- "Look around you at all the throng of those you know and those you do not, you will find everywhere men whose sufferings have been greater; legend has not granted exemption from misfortune even to the gods." ~ Seneca