Quote by Gerolamo Cardano
"One should as a rule respect public opinion in so far as is necessary to avoid starvation and to preserve oneself, but anything beyond this is voluntary submission to an unnecessary tyranny."
More from Gerolamo Cardano
"The same atoms which now constitute the brain of an idiot, formerly constituted the brain of Aristotle."
"Gambling has always been a part of my life and I have never shied away from it."
"I have not sought to ascend by the aid of false statements and mere pretenses."
"Life is a lottery, but one we must play with strategy."