Quote by: Gilbert Highet

The real duty of man is not to extend his power or multiply his wealth beyond his needs, but to enrich and enjoy his imperishable possession: his soul.


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Author Bio


  • NameGilbert Highet
  • DescriptionBritish academic
  • BornJune 22, 1906
  • DiedJanuary 20, 1978
  • CountryUnited Kingdom; United States Of America
  • ProfessionAuthor; Classical Philologist
  • AwardsGuggenheim Fellowship; Goodwin Award