| 单词 | Croesus |
| 例句 | He was rich as Croesus, something he had never expected to be, not in a million years. Slaughterhouse-Five 1969-01-01T00:00:00Z And when Solon did not mention him, Croesus was forced to say, “Do you not consider me lucky?” East of Eden 1952-09-01T00:00:00Z Herodotus, in the Persian War, tells a story of how Croesus, the richest and most-favored king of his time, asked Solon the Athenian a leading question. East of Eden 1952-09-01T00:00:00Z And this answer must have haunted Croesus dismally as his luck disappeared, and his wealth and his kingdom. East of Eden 1952-09-01T00:00:00Z Two black youths were electrocuted while riding on top of the train when it reached Croesus Station. Kaffir Boy: An Autobiography 1986-01-01T00:00:00Z And Croesus more than likely did not listen, so anxious was he about himself. East of Eden 1952-09-01T00:00:00Z “I promise you. I’m going to win that contest, and we will be rich as Croesus.” Raymie Nightingale 2016-04-12T00:00:00Z The walls were whitewashed for similar reasons, though the decision to hang no art would have stood even if he and Gulliver had been as rich as Croesus. St John's five rules for success: 'No music, no art, no garnishes, no flowers, no service charge' 2014-08-17T04:00:00Z Picasso was as rich as Croesus, and the means of production were safe in his hands. Picasso's politics 2010-05-07T23:09:00Z Yet this retroactive recognition is nonetheless proof that a filmmaker can be both rich as Croesus and assured of a place in history while still remaining a misunderstood and unappreciated artist. What the Seven “Star Wars” Films Reveal About George Lucas 2016-01-06T05:00:00Z Croesus took this as an encouragement to attack King Cyrus; unfortunately, the empire that was crushed was his own. Fortune-told 2014-06-12T04:00:00Z For thousands of years it lay underground, part of the buried treasure of the legendarily wealthy King Croesus. King Croesus's golden brooch to be returned to Turkey 2012-11-25T13:45:53Z Russia’s young plutocrats had more money than Croesus, more money than God, money that could buy anything they wanted. Roman Abramovich and the End of Soccer’s Oligarch Era 2022-03-11T05:00:00Z All entrepreneurs making pitches to venture capital funds are inclined to promise castles in the air and riches beyond the dreams of Croesus, or they won’t be invited through the door. Column: The Theranos verdict won't stop investors from pouring money into the next big fraud 2022-01-03T05:00:00Z He, of course, became as rich as Croesus, even as he bathed in the adulation of his television viewers. From here to dystopia 2020-04-17T04:00:00Z Factors like these keep many artists on the road, even if they happen to have the personal wealth of Croesus, and they’re not, necessarily, in the best shape. 'The road will kill you': why older musicians are cancelling tours 2020-03-02T05:00:00Z The problem for this caterwauling Croesus and his cohorts is that, in fact, many billionaires know that the system does not work. Boo-hoo billionaires: why America's super-wealthy are afraid for 2020 2019-11-16T05:00:00Z But the people of Croesus’ own time took him for granted, as we do too often with billionaires. In Billionaires Is the Preservation of the World 2019-04-29T04:00:00Z Do you commit this summer to a long-term contract of the sort that would tickle the tummy of Croesus? Behold the Knicks. Or Better Yet, Start Rooting for the Nets. 2019-02-01T05:00:00Z So after years of GOP mega-donors raining money on conservatives the Democrats finally have their own Croesus. Is Tom Steyer the progressive answer to the Koch brothers? 2018-07-14T04:00:00Z Several are known for their philanthropy, but the bottom line is they are as rich as Croesus, or just about any other figure, historical or mythical. Editorials from around New England 2017-01-27T05:00:00Z Will another Big Apple Croesus join Donald Trump in vying for the Oval Office this year? Bloomberg Sends a Message to Hillary 2016-01-27T05:00:00Z The yellow metal was melted into gold coins created by King Croesus of Lydia around 550 BC and circulated in many economies well before the creation of paper money. 3 Ways to Diversify Your Portfolio With Gold 2015-05-27T04:00:00Z A person will rarely amass such a Croesus fortune unless he or she is intensely committed to becoming extraordinarily affluent. Key Differences Between "Self-Made" Billionaires And Ultra-Wealthy Inheritors 2014-11-06T05:00:00Z The Blaine County Sheriff’s Office said Monday afternoon it lifted the evacuation order for 20 homes along Croesus Creek Road and Rodeo Drive. Idaho sheriff lifts evacuations near Hailey fire 2014-07-07T04:00:00Z Apple may have more money than Croesus, but without Jobs’s star power and maniacal control, it’s becoming more like other big, conventional companies. Inside Apple's Plans for Its Futuristic, $5 Billion Headquarters 2013-04-04T10:00:14Z Murdoch’s agenda goes way beyond making money, of which he already has more than Croesus. Conflict Of Interest Behind News Corp Tablet 2013-03-08T15:44:20Z Young escaped to the Premiership, but if the Blues were financially challenged, once taken to court by the taxman, they were as Croesus compared to Wasps. The Breakdown 2013-02-21T11:47:26Z We have seen the future and, seemingly unnoticed and unheralded, the techie billionaires, made rich as Croesus by the internet, have taken over absolutely everything. Do you want to live in a world run by messianic geeks with robot limbs? 2012-12-10T13:00:04Z Besides, city basketball lives apart from - even in spite of - these professional teams, playing in rarefied indoor gardens where millionaires scramble beneath hoops designed by Croesus. Lens Blog: Larry Racioppo's Photos of Street Courts in New York 2012-11-05T20:14:58Z Croesus found them centred at Pteria in the 6th century and dealt them a final blow. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 13, Slice 5 "Hinduism" to "Home, Earls of" 2012-03-25T02:00:05.717Z He sees many famous people, such as Milo, Polycrates and Cyrus; and he overhears Croesus and Solon discussing happiness, while Hermes foretells their fates. The Conflict of Religions in the Early Roman Empire 2012-03-11T03:00:13.983Z Here is never a Spaniard to fight, and as for gold, the wealth of Croesus would not at this moment benefit me a jot. With Drake on the Spanish Main 2012-02-20T03:00:17.357Z Herodotus refers to a deaf son of Croesus, whom he declares to have suddenly recovered his speech upon seeing his father about to be killed. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 7, Slice 10 "David, St" to "Demidov" 2012-02-17T03:00:33.923Z In the spring of 546 Croesus of Lydia began the attack and advanced into Cappadocia, while the other powers were still gathering their troops. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 7, Slice 8 "Cube" to "Daguerre, Louis" 2012-01-31T03:00:17.257Z Fragments of columns from the temple of Attemis now in the British Museum have upon them a dedication by Croesus in Greek. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 7, Slice 7 "Crocoite" to "Cuba" 2012-01-22T03:00:24.397Z Could I actually be within touch of riches unspeakable; riches, in comparison with which the wealth of Croesus seemed but a beggar’s hoard? From Veldt Camp Fires 2011-12-01T03:00:21.397Z At Ephesus Mr Wood has been more successful, and has recovered considerable fragments 479 of the temple of Artemis, to which, as Herodotus tells us, Croesus presented many columns. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 12, Slice 4 "Grasshopper" to "Greek Language" 2011-11-28T03:00:19.517Z The wealth of Croesus was nothing to that which we have accumulated, and our prosperity has filled the world with envy. Aphorisms and Reflections from the Works of T. H. Huxley 2011-11-24T03:00:46.350Z But Cyrus anticipated them; he defeated Croesus and followed him to his capital. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 7, Slice 8 "Cube" to "Daguerre, Louis" 2012-01-31T03:00:17.257Z Fortified with the Delphic oracles Croesus marched to the frontier of his empire, but after some initial successes fortune turned against him and he was forced to retreat to Sardis. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 7, Slice 7 "Crocoite" to "Cuba" 2012-01-22T03:00:24.397Z Solon, it is well known, travelled to the court of Croesus, and it is affirmed that Pythagoras visited India. Ancient Faiths And Modern A Dissertation upon Worships, Legends and Divinities 2011-11-24T03:00:37.917Z The date is uncertain, but the reliefs may well be earlier than the fall of Croesus. 22.Relief. A Catalogue of Sculpture in the Department of Greek and Roman Antiquities, British Museum, Volume I (of 2) 2011-09-30T02:00:18.107Z In a far grander move, the mayor put $30 million of his own philanthropic stash — along with $30 million more from that liberal Croesus George Soros — into an ambitious and indisputably compelling effort. Gotham: Governing New York by Writing a Check 2011-08-05T01:25:26Z If he were as rich as Cassius or Croesus, or whatever the man’s name was, it ought to be no excuse. Eli's Children The Chronicles of an Unhappy Family 2011-07-08T02:00:20.557Z Apollo, however, came to the rescue of his pious worshipper, and the name of Solon uttered by Croesus resulted in his deliverance. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 7, Slice 7 "Crocoite" to "Cuba" 2012-01-22T03:00:24.397Z And it would be a dashed sight more than a cool thou, this time, for the Wagrams are Croesus compared with the Vances.” The Red Derelict 2011-07-05T02:00:30.143Z The columns offered by Croesus must be earlier than the date of his fall, 546 b.c. A Catalogue of Sculpture in the Department of Greek and Roman Antiquities, British Museum, Volume I (of 2) 2011-09-30T02:00:18.107Z Once the richest monarch in the world, Croesus ended his days a captive of the Persian emperor, watching as his realm was conquered and his fortune dispersed. The Frighteningly Fast Fall of Blackberry, and Why Apple Should be Worried 2011-06-17T23:17:40Z It was the dream of riches that appealed to them most, every man suddenly fancying himself a second Croesus. Caribbee 2011-06-05T02:00:16.273Z According to Ctesias, who uses Persian sources, and says nothing of the attempt to burn Croesus, he subsequently became attached to the court of Cyrus and received the governorship of Barene in Media. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 7, Slice 7 "Crocoite" to "Cuba" 2012-01-22T03:00:24.397Z I’m the old lady’s favorite grandchild and I shall be as rich as Croesus, I tell you. The Motor Maids by Palm and Pine 2011-06-05T02:00:14.760Z Our comrade Ricardo here says he’s rich as King Croesus.” The Finger of Fate A Romance 2011-04-21T02:00:43.830Z The rise and fall of these franchises should call to mind the old aphorism attributed by Herodotus to the Greek philosopher Solon when asked about King Croesus. The Frighteningly Fast Fall of Blackberry, and Why Apple Should be Worried 2011-06-17T23:17:40Z With the price of gold up more than 30% year over year, the quacking Croesus’ net worth soared to $44.1 billion. The Forbes Fictional 15 2011-04-06T20:02:44Z Some of the first metal coins, a mixture of silver and gold, were minted during the reign of Croesus, who ruled Lydia in modern Turkey from 560-546 B.C. Personal Finance for Dictators: Where to Stash the Cash 2011-03-12T17:42:23Z A man had but to sally forth with an axe in his hand to reach the riches of a Croesus. The Great White Army 2011-03-12T03:00:25.450Z Cyrus had already distinguished himself by conquering Croesus, the rich king of Lydia in Eastern Asia Minor. A Short History of the World 2011-03-04T03:01:03.147Z Judged by the diameter of the drums, the columns of the Croesus temple were not two-thirds of the height of those of the Hellenistic temple. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 9, Slice 6 "English Language" to "Epsom Salts" 2011-02-19T03:00:59.807Z As the material for the white-lead of commerce, they say it is unrivalled; and when I told them that our supply might be called inexhaustible, they began to regard me as a sort of Croesus. Sir Brook Fossbrooke, Volume II. 2011-02-18T03:00:19.343Z How can we cash out and become as rich as, well, if not Croesus, then Arianna? Will a UK content site ever sell for as much as the Huffington Post? 2011-02-14T07:00:05Z It is a golden rule which, when observed, renders men, in good truth, as rich as Croesus. Memoir of Queen Adelaide Consort of King William IV. 2011-02-07T03:00:25.780Z King Croesus first minted gold coins as money in the 6th century B.C. in what is now Turkey. Soros Gold Bubble at $1,384 as Miners Push Buttons 2010-12-20T02:39:02Z This fourth temple is, beyond question, that to which Croesus contributed, and it was, therefore, in process of building about 540 B.C. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 9, Slice 6 "English Language" to "Epsom Salts" 2011-02-19T03:00:59.807Z And besides, he told himself bitterly that it was not meet that the stepson of a Croesus should marry with “a beggar’s brat.” A Little World The impostor was equal to the occasion, and defended himself by the example of the ambiguity of the Delphic oracle to Croesus, before the victory of Cyrus. Roman Society from Nero to Marcus Aurelius ARISTEAS, a somewhat mythical personage in ancient Greece, said to have lived in the time of Cyrus and Croesus, or, according to some, ca. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 2, Slice 5 "Arculf" to "Armour, Philip" When you sent for me, I thought it was an American Croesus, and that I had succeeded.” The Key to Yesterday No! not even were she as rich as Croesus. An Engagement of Convenience A Novel The wealth of Croesus makes him but the prey of the conqueror, and the dust of centuries has buried the pomp and glory of emperors. Victory out of Ruin Inspiration is not independent of surrounding circumstances, and the functions of the oracle have changed since the days of Croesus and Themistocles. Roman Society from Nero to Marcus Aurelius Ah, it would be high adventure when Demetrious knelt at the feet of Aphrodite with jewels in his sunburnt palm, when Croesus bargained away for a smile a half of his Lydian wealth. A Bed of Roses But in this department a wide field remains for the millionaire as distinguished from the Croesus among milionaires. The Library and Society Reprints of Papers and Addresses Thales, at any rate, was a contemporary of Solon and Croesus. A Critical History of Greek Philosophy “Great goodness! old man, you will be quite a Croesus,” Douglas replied, with a laugh. A Gallant Grenadier A Tale of the Crimean War Croesus proposed to the oracle his well-known question; Lysander sought to obtain from it a sanction for his ambitious views; the Athenians frequently appealed to its authority during the Peloponnesian War. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 8, Slice 5 "Dinard" to "Dodsworth" The unpretentious man with the soft voice may possess the wealth of Croesus. The Book of Courage A man may build a castle or a palace, but poor creature! be he as wise as Solomon or as rich as Croesus, he cannot turn it into a home. Oriental Women And he must have been a great engineer, for he caused a diversion of the river Halys, when Croesus and his army were unable to cross it. A Critical History of Greek Philosophy Solon once told Croesus that whoever had the iron would possess all the gold, but here Solon was taking coal for granted. Seeds of Pine "Not what a great Croesus like yourself would call money, but still enough for a grand 'operation' at Hom-burg, or a sheep-farming exploit in Queensland." A Rent In A Cloud Even Croesus looked up from his ingots to ask if it were 'la belle Dalton;' and when I said 'Yes,' 'That's enough,' replied he; 'would that all my moneys had so safe investment!' The Daltons, Volume I (of II) Or,Three Roads In Life This fact, coupled with his well-known reputation, made him popular with his brother officers, most of whom, having run through nearly all they possessed, saw with pleasure a new Croesus arrive in the regiment. Confessions Of Con Cregan An Irish Gil Blas In connexion with the pillars, which are adorned with archaic reliefs, a fragmentary inscription has been found, recording that they were presented by King Croesus, as indeed Herodotus informs us. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 6, Slice 1 "Châtelet" to "Chicago" There could be no more to the interview that day with young Master Croesus in such vociferous mood, so Officer 666 turned away with a heaving sigh and plodded dolefully along on his beat. Officer 666 Really, I look on my life as a kind of failure, you know, in spite of the fact that I'm almost as rich as Croesus—not quite. Jennie Gerhardt A Novel I would rather be a beggar in a land of liberty than a Croesus where my wealth will not purchase toleration. Hanover; Or The Persecution of the Lowly A Story of the Wilmington Massacre. He is also frustrated in his challenge of the King of Pontus to fight for Mandane—a challenge of which Croesus will not hear. A History of the French Novel, Vol. 1 From the Beginning to 1800 Let us complete this subject with the following story told by Herodotus:127—Adrastus, having slain his brother, flees to the court of Croesus. On The Structure of Greek Tribal Society: An Essay He was an Ephesian sent by Croesus to Greece with a large sum of money to hire mercenaries. The Apologia and Florida of Apuleius of Madaura "Why, Jimmie, he's as rich as Croesus, and he's always hated women as much as Aunt Rachel has hated men!" American Cookery November, 1921 He's a pal of Uncle Bill's, and as rich as Croesus. The Long Trick Of course Cyrus turns up at the nick of time, has the fire put out, rates the King of Assyria soundly for his violence, and apologises handsomely to Croesus. A History of the French Novel, Vol. 1 From the Beginning to 1800 There he becomes as a son to Croesus and a brother to Atys, Croesus' son. On The Structure of Greek Tribal Society: An Essay In Tolstoy's story are two historical characters of so pronounced individuality that their names always suggest definite ideas—Croesus, riches and worldly greatness; Solon, wisdom and worldly poverty and lowliness. Children's Literature A Textbook of Sources for Teachers and Teacher-Training Classes He was a squatter and as rich as Croesus. The Kangaroo Marines And after all—not being a Croesus myself I'm not very interested—I'm blowed if I see why man should expect more than a reasonable percentage on his money. Mufti The subject is an extraordinarily beautiful statue of a woman which Cyrus sees in Croesus's gallery, and which will have sequels later. A History of the French Novel, Vol. 1 From the Beginning to 1800 Imagination's ship sails with thy help straight on Where Solomon and Croesus have their treasuries. Life Immovable First Part But one day there chanced to visit the country which Croesus ruled a Greek philosopher named Solon. Children's Literature A Textbook of Sources for Teachers and Teacher-Training Classes "No. Not if I had the wealth of Croesus." The Root of Evil "Croesus, my dear—besides, we're going to be nothing of the sort," protested her father. Shining Ferry She is a petted, pampered, f�ted young lady of fortune, the daughter of a Croesus; do you think she can always think of you? The Music Master Novelized from the Play But my daughter does not love you, and if you were as rich as Croesus, sir, you should not have her hand without her heart.” Under the Waves Diving in Deep Waters In the middle of the city square the soldiers built a great burning-pile, and upon the top of it they placed King Croesus, bound him to a stake, and set fire to the pile. Children's Literature A Textbook of Sources for Teachers and Teacher-Training Classes No. I thought Mike the Angel was about sixty years old, a crotchety old genius behind a desk, as eccentric as a comet’s orbit, and wealthier than Croesus. Unwise Child Albeit wholly penniless, Prince Charming wasn’t any less Conceited than a Croesus or a modern millionaire: Though often in necessity, No one would ever guess it. Grimm Tales Made Gay They are as rich as Croesus, and would miss pounds less than most people would miss pennies. The Nebuly Coat Think of it, in a garden of inert clods A brisk, brindled little tortoise, all to himself— Croesus! Tortoises Croesus gazed around him, upon his city and upon his palace. Children's Literature A Textbook of Sources for Teachers and Teacher-Training Classes In the British Museum are preserved some fragments of the old temple built by Croesus, King of Lydia, in B.C. The Books of the New Testament He thought that his employer must be a Croesus. Despair's Last Journey The Greek examples may have been a traditional pairing: Croesus and Dionysius are mentioned together at Lucian Gall 23 as notable instances of personal catastrophe. The Last Poems of Ovid There was not a throne in Europe that could stand against Washington's character, and in comparison with it the millions of the Croesuses would look ridiculous. Architects of Fate or, Steps to Success and Power When Croesus heard this he exclaimed: "And do you reckon my happiness as nothing, and consider that I am not fit to be compared with the man of whom you speak?" Children's Literature A Textbook of Sources for Teachers and Teacher-Training Classes See what a jolly old Croesus you are going to be when you grow up!” Glyn Severn's Schooldays He’s a sort of walking ‘Crocus,’ as he told me once, when he wasn’t over sober,—meaning ‘Croesus,’ of course.” Frank Oldfield Lost and Found The familiar examples of Croesus, Pompey, and Marius are used; as the last and therefore most important example Ovid uses his own catastrophe. The Last Poems of Ovid Why might he not o'erpass Croesus in wealth, he who in one demesne possesses so much? The Carmina of Caius Valerius Catullus Next, it was told to Croesus that the powerful Emperor Cyrus was coming to make war upon him. Children's Literature A Textbook of Sources for Teachers and Teacher-Training Classes Luther, a man full of human affection, speaking of his wife, said, "I would not exchange my poverty with her for all the riches of Croesus without her." How to Get on in the World A Ladder to Practical Success From Croesus down to Astor the story is the same. Hidden Treasures Or, Why Some Succeed While Others Fail If the deal goes through, and we get full control of all that property, we'll all be as rich as Croesus. The Mask A Story of Love and Adventure With two thousand dollars and a big black hat he had passed for a Western millionaire; now, still wearing the hat but loaded down with real money, he returned and was hailed as a Croesus. Rimrock Jones As he did so he caught these words uttered by Croesus, but could not understand them. Children's Literature A Textbook of Sources for Teachers and Teacher-Training Classes Earth—good, black earth—you are greater than Mrs. Butterfly Croesus and all her brood; because you are real. The Plunderer It is a question in my mind, whether that man, who has lived wholly for self, is happy, even though he be rich as Croesus or as honored as Demosthenes. Hidden Treasures Or, Why Some Succeed While Others Fail Behind them, to the north, far-away city lights danced and sparkled in the lap of the foot-hills, like diamonds strewn by some mighty and profligate Croesus. The Cow Puncher Then she stood off and looked at him and the huge man in overalls became suddenly a Croesus in her eyes. Rimrock Jones So he commanded Croesus to be taken from the pile, and inquired of him what he had just said. Children's Literature A Textbook of Sources for Teachers and Teacher-Training Classes Where sheep wear glittering fleeces, How gold is picked up—by the quartz— And all get rich as Croesus. Poems Vol. IV By the way, Mr. Newly-made Croesus, does this mountain belong to you, too? Wolf Breed Then St. Nicholas sighs and sighs, and sends for his messengers, and they all come in with long faces, and take off big packages to the Croesuses and the Centlivres, and the rest of them. Christmas Its Origin, Celebration and Significance as Related in Prose and Verse Poorly methinks might Croesus a man so sumptuous equal, Counted in one rich park owner of all he can ask. The Poems and Fragments of Catullus And Croesus related to Cyrus his conversation with Solon. Children's Literature A Textbook of Sources for Teachers and Teacher-Training Classes How came this American Croesus to be acquainted with the nomenclature, customs, and topography of my own country and language? Dr. Dumany's Wife As in a dream, I walked across the street with him to his office and got the letter which was to make me, half-starved and homeless, rich as Croesus, it seemed to me.… Stories of Achievement, Volume IV (of 6) Authors and Journalists The little Croesuses must have some very elegant things, of course; their mother's a horrid old cat, but Croesus could help you very much in business. Christmas Its Origin, Celebration and Significance as Related in Prose and Verse This was a sagacious move on the part of Croesus Jr. and meant to kill a brace of birds with one stone. The President A novel Far and wide was Solon famed as a wise man and a just; and, inasmuch as his fame had reached Croesus also, the king commanded that he should be conducted to his presence. Children's Literature A Textbook of Sources for Teachers and Teacher-Training Classes So, never suspecting that it was his friend Rodolphe changed into a Croesus, Marcel again set to work on his "Passage of the Red Sea," which had been on his easel nearly three years. Bohemians of the Latin Quarter What right-minded man in any circle of British society has not shuddered at the open pursuit of young Croesus? The Land of Contrasts A Briton's View of His American Kin It was not fair—he was as rich as Croesus; it would not hurt him to fork out another five hundred a year. The Second Honeymoon Croesus Jr., fond of display, bought a little steam yacht—one hundred tons. The President A novel Seated upon his throne, and robed in his most gorgeous apparel, Croesus asked of Solon: "Have you ever seen aught more splendid than this?" Children's Literature A Textbook of Sources for Teachers and Teacher-Training Classes "If Schaunard delays much longer, it would be impossible for me to continue to play the part of the anonymous Croesus." Bohemians of the Latin Quarter Soon comes loss of health; then the wealth of Croesus availeth not for refreshing sleep, and the wisdom of Solomon is vanity and vexation of spirit. The Investment of Influence A Study of Social Sympathy and Service "And you will be as rich as Croesus!" said Mr. Fielding, with a delighted look. May Brooke Croesus Jr., disliking expense as noted, did not care to keep the Zulu Queen in commission. The President A novel Croesus was silent as he thought to himself: "Since this is not enough, I must show him something more, to surprise him." Children's Literature A Textbook of Sources for Teachers and Teacher-Training Classes A walk down Collins Street or Flinders Lane would astonish some of the City Croesuses. Town Life in Australia Their ancient capital was at Boghaz-Köi, the site of Pteria, which was destroyed, according to the Greeks, by Croesus, the last King of Lydia, in the sixth century B.C. Myths of Babylonia and Assyria "I may be as rich as Croesus, and yet not win my heart's desire." The Safety Curtain, and Other Stories After two costly months of yachting, Croesus Jr., waxing thrifty and bewailing expense, laid up the yacht in a shipyard on the Harlem River. The President A novel So Croesus went out against Cyrus with a great army, but the enemy proved the stronger, and, having won the battle and shattered Croesus' forces, penetrated to the capital. Children's Literature A Textbook of Sources for Teachers and Teacher-Training Classes The Australian Croesus is generally very little of a snob, though often his 'lady' has a taste for display. Town Life in Australia He makes Croesus tell Solon how he has heard that he "from a desire of knowledge has, philosophizing, journeyed through many lands." An Introduction to Philosophy And on the part of the Lacedæmonians, at least, there was no tardiness; for their ships were ready and their troops almost on board, when the unexpected news reached them that Croesus was already ruined. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 01 There was a rich man's son who infested the club; and, being a snob with a liking for noble nearnesses, Croesus Jr. had wormed himself into Storri's regards as far as Storri would permit. The President A novel Then the foreign soldiers began to pillage all King Croesus' riches, and to slay the inhabitants, and to sack and fire the city. Children's Literature A Textbook of Sources for Teachers and Teacher-Training Classes Phalante is a beggarly bankrupt, who thinks himself as rich as Croesus. Curiosities of Literature, Vol. 2 Two servants of Géronte, the Croesus of the neighbourhood, appear in search of a doctor to cure their master's daughter Lucinde, who pretends to be dumb in order to avoid a marriage she dislikes. The Opera A Sketch of the Development of Opera. With full Descriptions of all Works in the Modern Repertory. Croesus was the assailant, wishing to avenge his brother-in-law, to arrest the growth of the Persian conqueror, and to increase his own dominions. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 01 Storri accepted the disinterested offer of the Zulu Queen from Croesus Jr.; that was just before he met London Bill. The President A novel So in the end he had mercy upon Croesus, and became his friend. Children's Literature A Textbook of Sources for Teachers and Teacher-Training Classes The marriage of Maurice to this little plebeian—this little female Croesus. The Hoyden Her lover, Gomez the shepherd, is too poor to marry, and her father wishes her to accept the Croesus of the village, a man whom she detests. The Opera A Sketch of the Development of Opera. With full Descriptions of all Works in the Modern Repertory. The envoys who conveyed these gifts were instructed to ask at the same time, whether Croesus should undertake an expedition against the Persians—and if so, whether he should solicit any allies to assist him. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 01 Behold, here is a city rich beyond even the wealth of Croesus; and a country which the emperor is longing to bestow upon some orderly king! The City of Delight A Love Drama of the Siege and Fall of Jerusalem All this was a long way from being a Croesus of the clergy, however. T. De Witt Talmage As I Knew Him In a robe of the East, with lace of the West, Like one of Croesus's issue— Her best bibs were made Of rich gold brocade, And the others of silver tissue. The Poetical Works of Thomas Hood The imagination of the people was aroused, and tales of a wealth like that of Croesus came from mariners who had sailed the seven seas, and were willingly believed by an excited audience. Woman's Life in Colonial Days The blindness of Croesus interpreted this declaration into an unqualified promise of success: he sent further presents to the oracle, and again inquired whether his kingdom would be durable. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 01 Picturing himself as such a Croesus, he innocently thought that his first act would be to take train for Chicago and inspect the warehoused accumulations of those princes of trade with his own eager eyes! Success A Novel As I was erroneously regarded as a clerical Croesus at this time the reporter's disappointment was excusable. T. De Witt Talmage As I Knew Him He had volunteered his services as their advocate, and they could not have been more faithfully served had they poured out the wealth of Croesus at the feet of the most learned counsel. The Underground Railroad A Record of Facts, Authentic Narratives, Letters, &c., Narrating the Hardships, Hair-Breadth Escapes and Death Struggles of the Slaves in Their Efforts for Freedom, As Related by Themselves and Others, or Witnessed by the Author. The whole Harding family is coming, which includes Croesus, his wife, and their fair daughter, aged nineteen or thereabouts. John Henry Smith A Humorous Romance of Outdoor Life Both with Labynetus and with Amasis, Croesus was on terms of alliance; and as Astyages was his brother-in-law, the four kings might well be deemed out of the reach of calamity. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 01 Then there is Croesus, his neighbour, who can draw a cheque for a hundred millions if he likes. Doctor Claudius, A True Story I possess a wealthy bachelor uncle, who made me his heir and allowed me four hundred a year; so I was a sort of Croesus among Staff Corps officers. The Wings of the Morning Then a Girl-Guide looked in to say, "Will Captain Croesus come this way?" The War Poems of Siegfried Sassoon David, my son," he exclaimed, "you have the touch of Midas; g-g-give us a few years more and we will outrank the fabled Croesus. The Redemption of David Corson Besides his visit to Egypt and Cyprus, a story was also current of his having conversed with the Lydian king Croesus at Sardis. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 01 No Croesus was ever prouder of his first million. The Road Though rich as Croesus he would still be under the social ban meted out to a cashiered officer. The Wings of the Morning Young Croesus went to pay his call On Colonel Sawbones, Caxton Hall: And, though his wound was healed and mended, He hoped he'd get his leave extended. The War Poems of Siegfried Sassoon He has the money-bags of Croesus, and will buy anything so long as the title is good. A Daughter of the Snows The vainglorious Croesus, at the summit of his conquests and his riches, endeavors to win from his visitor Solon an opinion that he is the happiest of mankind. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 01 Beggared Croesus passed famishing Lucullus in the street, and once mighty viziers shivered under threadbare garments in the biting frost as they hurried over the crisp February snow. The Inside Story of the Peace Conference Would it were mine, all the wealth whereof Croesus was lord, as men tell! Books and Habits from the Lectures of Lafcadio Hearn Dickens is a literary Croesus, and Tom Hood dies leaving his family in hopeless poverty. Letters on International Copyright; Second Edition But neither Truxton's father, who wanted him to be a manufacturing Croesus, or Truxton's mother, who expected him to become a social Solomon, appears to have taken the young man's private inclinations into consideration. Truxton King A Story of Graustark His envoys started from Sardis on the same day, and were all directed on the hundredth day afterward to ask at the respective oracles how Croesus was at that precise moment employed. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 01 I have to announce this week that I have formed The Croesus Club Company. Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 101, November 21, 1891 Lord Blessington was a veritable Croesus among Irish landlords, with a rent-roll of £30,000 a year; allied, it is true, to an extravagance more than commensurate with his revenue. Love Romances of the Aristocracy After speaking thus, Solon took his leave, having enraged Croesus, who could not take his good advice. Plutarch's Lives, Volume I What of Sardis, the royal residence of Croesus? The Works of Horace Nor was Croesus altogether unmindful of Amphiaraus, whose answer had been creditable, though less triumphant than that of the Pythian priestess. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 01 It is the palace of Fugger, the Croesus of our times: he was elevated to the nobility by Maximilian on account of his wealth. The Amulet The historian Plutarch recounts his presence at the court of Croesus, King of Lydia, and his meeting Thales and Solon there, telling us also that he reproved the wise Solon for discourtesy toward the king. The Talking Beasts Observe, for instance, Solon's definition of happiness before Croesus, how much better it suits Poplicola than Tellus. Plutarch's Lives, Volume I The day before my departure one of these Siberian Croesuses died, and another was expected to follow his example before long. Overland through Asia; Pictures of Siberian, Chinese, and Tartar Life The life of Croesus was thus saved, and he became afterward the confidential friend and adviser of his conqueror. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 01 Money for the moment had lost its value; a "permit" was all-important—even Croesus himself would have starved without one. The Siege of Kimberley I'm told the fellow is as rich as Croesus. The Rocks of Valpre This is the more common version of the story, although some say that it was not a tripod but a bowl sent by Croesus, others that it was a drinking-cup left behind by one Bathykles. Plutarch's Lives, Volume I Why should that old fellow be as rich as Croesus and I as poor as a rat? Mistress and Maid Their conqueror, Croesus, who ascended the throne in 560 B.C., appeared to be at the summit of human prosperity and power in his unassailable capital, and with his countless treasures at Sardis. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 01 The next cook may spoil the dinner and upset Croesus's temper, and from this all manner of consequences may be evolved, even to the dethronement and death of the King himself. The Bed-Book of Happiness By the way," whispered the assistant prosecutor, "look at the audience, in the front row, the third from the right . . . a face like an actor's . . . that's the local Croesus. The Schoolmaster Some writers argue, on chronological grounds, that Solon's meeting with Croesus must have been an invention. Plutarch's Lives, Volume I On the summit we paused; certain unregistered packages under the wagon, which had preyed at intervals upon the minds of Alf, Croesus, and Bartholomew, were now drawn forth. In the Footprints of the Padres More assured than ever by such an answer, Croesus sent to Sparta, under the kings Anaxandrides and Aristo, to tender presents and solicit their alliance. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 01 Still, this should be held in the same way as it should be also held that she eats vicariously when Croesus dines. The Bed-Book of Happiness What folly! to be as rich as Croesus and find amusement in poverty! The Cross of Berny When Solon was brought into his presence, he showed none of the feelings and made none of the remarks about the sight, which Croesus expected, but evidently despised such vulgar ostentation. Plutarch's Lives, Volume I The town fell into the hands of Croesus, and straightway lost its identity. In the Footprints of the Padres Cyrus lost no time in bringing an army to their defence considerably larger than that of Croesus; trying at the same time, though unsuccessfully, to prevail on the Ionians to revolt from him. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 01 If Croesus discharges his kitchen-maid and gets another, it is as though he cut out a small piece of his finger and replaced it in due course by growth. The Bed-Book of Happiness Croesus bound upon the funeral pile which is guarded by Persian soldiers, several of them bearing lighted torches, which they are about to apply to the pile. The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction Volume 17, No. 492, June 4, 1831 When, after having seen all this, he was again brought before the king, Croesus asked him whether he knew any man more happy than himself. Plutarch's Lives, Volume I Alf stood at five minutes to eleven; Bartholomew some minutes behind him; Croesus, with his infallible repeater, was but 10:45; as for me, I had discreetly run down. In the Footprints of the Padres In this sad extremity, Croesus bethought him of the warning which he had before despised, and thrice pronounced, with a deep groan, the name of Solon. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 01 The ownership is usually scattered in small holdings, and there is seldom a Croesus to excite envy. The New South A Chronicle of Social and Industrial Evolution Croesus.—How true thy words No man is happy till he knows his end. The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction Volume 17, No. 492, June 4, 1831 "Then," asked Croesus angrily, "do you not reckon me at all among happy men?" Plutarch's Lives, Volume I "Something too much of this," said Croesus the Sybarite. In the Footprints of the Padres According to the representation of Herodotus, the war between Cyrus and Croesus of Lydia began shortly after the capture of Astyages, and before the conquest of Bactria. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 01 But Cyrus treated Croesus with consideration, and the Lydian king is said to have become the friend of the mighty Persian. The World's Greatest Books — Volume 11 — Ancient and Mediæval History Croesus.—He hath taught me that Which it were well for kings to know. The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction Volume 17, No. 492, June 4, 1831 In his native town, where the Jews groaned beneath divers and sore oppressions, the fame of Kosminski, the pioneer, the Croesus, was a legend. Children of the Ghetto A Study of a Peculiar People Bartholomew nodded to Alf, Alf passed the good news to Croesus, for we were all at the Colonel's by common consent, and so it happened that the compact was made for Thursday. In the Footprints of the Padres Though confined within the walls of his capital, Croesus had still good reason for hoping to hold out until the arrival of his allies, to whom he sent pressing envoys of acceleration. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 01 Thereafter trouble fell upon Croesus by the slaying of his son when he was a-hunting. The World's Greatest Books — Volume 11 — Ancient and Mediæval History Croesus.—The fame of Solon having spread o'er Greece, We sent for him to Sardis. The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction Volume 17, No. 492, June 4, 1831 I walked across the street with him to his office and got the letter which was to make me, half starved and homeless, rich as Croesus, it seemed to me. Analyzing Character Croesus poured his gold upon the table in utter distraction. In the Footprints of the Padres Cyrus had given especial orders to spare the life of Croesus, who was accordingly made prisoner. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 01 The Ionian cities of Asia were zealous to make alliance with Cyrus when he had overthrown Croesus. The World's Greatest Books — Volume 11 — Ancient and Mediæval History However, the procedure of Croesus, if he took certain precautions, was relatively scientific. The Making of Religion Billy saw and bided his time till the small Croesus was alone. The Lady and Sada San A Sequel to the Lady of the Decoration And only one of them, the coldly ironical Police-Inspector Harprecht, answered the smilingly ironical Croesus: "It was not in their power to determine the extent of their collective sympathy in such a loss." The German Classics of the Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries, Volume 04 Masterpieces of German Literature Translated into English. in Twenty Volumes Let Croesus know that Apollo has thus procured for him a reign three years longer than his original destiny, after having tried in vain to rescue him altogether. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 01 The only army that was a match for that of Cyrus was the Lydian host under King Croesus. The World's Greatest Books — Volume 11 — Ancient and Mediæval History Their names are familiar, all the way from Midas and Croesus down to the prominent captains of industry today. Crime: Its Cause and Treatment The sane man who can prove that he is rich in material wealth is not nearly so happy as the mentally disordered man whose delusions trick him into believing himself a modern Croesus. A Mind That Found Itself An Autobiography Now, seven distant living relatives of seven distant deceased relatives of Kabel were cherishing some hope of a legacy, because the Croesus had sworn to remember them. The German Classics of the Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries, Volume 04 Masterpieces of German Literature Translated into English. in Twenty Volumes This triumphant justification extorted even from Croesus himself a full confession that the sin lay with him, and not with the god. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 01 And Croesus, the son of Alyattes, made himself master of the lands which are bounded by the river Halys, and he waxed in power and wealth, so that there was none like to him. The World's Greatest Books — Volume 11 — Ancient and Mediæval History The story of Croesus, its last King, is frequently alluded to by historians, as affording a remarkable example of the instability of human greatness. The Illustrated London Reading Book "Plutus or Croesus--I'm glad he chose the Oak Knoll trail." The Eyes of the World In 545 he set out on a western campaign against Croesus, the king of Lydia, the ancient rival of Media. The Makers and Teachers of Judaism The horsemen of Croesus were thus obliged to dismount; nevertheless they fought bravely on foot, and were not driven into the town till after a sanguinary combat. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 01 Therefore Croesus sent envoys to the Spartans to make alliance with them, which was done very willingly. The World's Greatest Books — Volume 11 — Ancient and Mediæval History Now that Folsom was a Croesus she could not follow him too closely—he might misunderstand. Laughing Bill Hyde and Other Stories She knew the story of how they had been guided to their camping place, and laughed in return, as she answered, "He's a dear old burro, is Croesus, and worthy of a better name." The Eyes of the World Cyrus commanded a huge funeral pile to be erected upon which Croesus and fourteen Lydian youths were to be chained and burnt alive. Character Sketches of Romance, Fiction and the Drama, Vol. 1 A Revised American Edition of the Reader's Handbook He lived, if he did live, about the sixth century before Christ, in the time of that Croesus whose story we love and suspect like everything else in Herodotus. Aesop's Fables; a new translation He would have slain Croesus, but, finding him wise and pious, he made him his counsellor. The World's Greatest Books — Volume 11 — Ancient and Mediæval History Such a discovery was well calculated to give them additional energy; they dug with unparalleled activity, and the spoil they found in many places of concealment threw the Croesuses of many cantons into perfect despair. The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction Volume 14, No. 381, July 18, 1829 Crossing the canyon, they climbed the Oak Knoll trail--down which the artist and Conrad Lagrange had been led by the uncanny wisdom of Croesus, a few weeks before--to the pipe-line. The Eyes of the World Croesus then called on Apollo, who sent a shower which extinguished the flames, and he with his Lydians came from the pile unharmed. Character Sketches of Romance, Fiction and the Drama, Vol. 1 A Revised American Edition of the Reader's Handbook The sight of your beauty transports me so, that, by the treasures of Croesus! Old Saint Paul's A Tale of the Plague and the Fire But when Croesus went up against Cyrus, his army was put to flight, and Cyrus besieged him in the city of Sardis, and took it, and made himself lord of Lydia. The World's Greatest Books — Volume 11 — Ancient and Mediæval History In this I succeeded, and I was able to return to my native country and my mechanical engineering a comparative Croesus. Heroes of the Telegraph Croesus pointed his long ears forward in burro anticipation--his experience telling him that the day's work was about to end. The Eyes of the World Croesus, king of Lydia, deceived by an oracle, was conquered by Cyrus, king of Persia. Character Sketches of Romance, Fiction and the Drama, Vol. 1 A Revised American Edition of the Reader's Handbook There are men “in society” now, as rich as Croesus, who have no consideration extended towards them, and elicit no respect. Self help; with illustrations of conduct and perseverance Croesus saw his son killed in a dream. Ten Thousand Dreams Interpreted, or what's in a dream: a scientific and practical exposition Tradition asserts of him, that he made great quantities of gold, and died as rich as Croesus. Memoirs of Extraordinary Popular Delusions — Volume 3 The well-thrown pebble struck that part of the burro's anatomy at which it was aimed; the dog barked; and Croesus--with an indignant jerk of his head, and a flirt of his tail--started forward. The Eyes of the World He had very little else to leave, poor fellow; but if he had been a Croesus he could not have given his favorite pupil anything that would have delighted him more. Boyhood in Norway But Julia keeps no diary in these days; never sings Affection's Dirge; eternally quarrels with the old Scotch Croesus, who is a sort of yellow bear with a tanned hide. David Copperfield Leon Guggenhammer even hazarded the opinion that this Northland Croesus might possibly be making a mistake. Burning Daylight This is the general report, only some, instead of a tripod, say this present was a cup sent by Croesus; others, a piece of plate that one Bathycles had left. Plutarch: Lives of the noble Grecians and Romans Without an instant's hesitation, Croesus turned down the road--quickening his pace, almost, into a trot. The Eyes of the World "After what you have told me," I said, "I do not so much wonder that the nation is richer now than then, but that you are not all Croesuses." Looking Backward, 2000 to 1887 What ship comes sailing home from India, and what English lady is this, married to a growling old Scotch Croesus with great flaps of ears? David Copperfield It is money you love, and not the man; and were Croesus and his footman to change places you know, you poor rogue, who would have the benefit of your allegiance. Vanity Fair What Solon said to Croesus, when the latter was displaying his great treasures of gold, still holds true:—"If another comes that hath better iron than you, he will be master of all that gold." Industrial Biography, Iron Workers and Tool Makers The two men, with Croesus packed for a one night halt, and Czar, would follow. The Eyes of the World Property makes of a poet either a Croesus or a beggar; only equality knows how to honor and to praise him. What is Property? One of these ambassadorial missions, undertaken at the command of Croesus, was the occasion of his death. Aesop's Fables Translated by George Fyler Townsend We are often reminded that if there were bestowed on us the wealth of Croesus, our aims must still be the same, and our means essentially the same. Walden According to the story, he subsequently lived at the court of Croesus, where he met Solon, and dined in the company of the Seven Sages of Greece with Periander at Corinth. The Project Gutenberg Encyclopedia Volume 1 of 28 An arrangement--the more experienced man carefully pointed out--that, considering the chief characteristics of Croesus, was quite in accord with the customs of modern pilgrimages. The Eyes of the World "He is rich; but he is not a Croesus." Confidence On the invitation of Croesus he fixed his residence at Sardis, and was employed by that monarch in various difficult and delicate affairs of State. Aesop's Fables Translated by George Fyler Townsend The liberty which we are supposing may be most completely given to them in the form of such a power as is said to have been possessed by Gyges the ancestor of Croesus the Lydian. The Republic The Croesus is caught, or as good as caught! Les Misérables Several times they stopped to rest beside the road, while provident Croesus gathered a few mouthfuls of grass or weeds. The Eyes of the World And the vulgar brute will be as rich as Croesus, I dare say.' Wylder's Hand Nothing would satisfy them but that we wait to thank the young Croesus for his courtesy. The Spenders A Tale of the Third Generation For fear of halters, we must alter our way of living; we must live close, Bardolph, till the wars make us Croesuses or food for crows. The Line of Love Dizain des Mariages If I were as rich as—as that fellow Granger, for instance; confound Croesus!—I couldn't give you a better chance. The Lovels of Arden A few feet to the right of the road, with his nose at an old gate, stood Croesus. The Eyes of the World His mother was a Basmanoff; that means a kind of Croesus in Russia. His Hour Our disabled young Croesus from the West is a luminous specimen of the type. The Spenders A Tale of the Third Generation The account which Herodotus gives of the gifts that Croesus sent to the Oracle at Delphi is a splendid example of barbaric magnificence. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 04, No. 26, December, 1859 Found, on my return, an excellent Erard harp, sent me by the Marquesa de A—-s, a pretty woman and female Croesus. Life in Mexico "When in doubt, ask Croesus," said the artist, gravely. The Eyes of the World What commercial difficulties can you have—you, a Croesus who has just given five hundred thousand francs in dowry to his nephew. Comedy of Marriage and Other Tales Eurybatus is said to have been sent as an envoy by Croesus to Cyrus, and to have turned traitor. The Public Orations of Demosthenes, volume 2 When these great works were completed, Croesus sent them away to Delphi, and with them two bowls of enormous size, one of gold, the other of silver. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 04, No. 26, December, 1859 Ida, left alone amidst all the fascinations of the chief shop in a smart county town, and feeling herself a Croesus, had much need of fortitude and coolness of temper. The Golden Calf So it was that they spent that day--in leisure approach--the patient Croesus, with his burden, always in the lead, and Czar, like a merry sprite, playing here and there. The Eyes of the World The king of Lydia was Croesus, whose story, embellished with romantic details, was long familiar as a signal example of the mutations of fortune. Outline of Universal History He offered to make me a Croesus if I'd stop the letters. The Mischief Maker Croesus sent also four silver casks, which are in the Corinthian treasury; and two lustral vases, a golden and a silver one. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 04, No. 26, December, 1859 There is nothing on earth of much less service to humanity than are diamonds; yet the possession of a pound of fair-sized diamonds would make a Croesus of a beggar. A Strange Discovery Croesus asked nothing but to be released from his burden--being quite capable of caring for himself. The Eyes of the World Cyrus, according to the narrative, touched by the tale, delivered Croesus from death, and thereafter bestowed on him honor and confidence. Outline of Universal History He married an American heiress, who died about eight years ago, and he's as rich as Croesus. The Mountebank You have no time to make inquiries about the mysterious Croesus. The Doings of Raffles Haw Had she been able to get the products of her islands into the markets of the world, she would have been wealthier than Croesus, the Count of Monte Cristo and the Rothschilds, all combined. A Strange Discovery I am then Richest, happiest, first of men; Careless o'er my cup I sing, Fancy makes me more than king; Gives me wealthy Croesus' store, Can I, can I wish for more? The Complete Poems of Sir Thomas Moore Collected by Himself with Explanatory Notes Of her Sir Philip Sidney was madly enamoured, but she married a Croesus, Lord Rich. Shakspere and Montaigne She introduced the young man to these personages as her nephew, the young Croesus out of Virginia, of whom they had heard. The Virginians Croesus shut himself up in Sardis which he thought impregnable. Authors of Greece As we have already learned, Croesus himself soon had to submit to a foreign overlord, in the person of Cyrus the Great. Early European History Thus Solon, in his well-known answer to Croesus, observed to him, that the nation which possessed more iron would be master of all his gold.— The Germany and the Agricola of Tacitus Croesus took his time, sending envoys to consult oracles near and far. The Ancient East "Tell me more about the Croesus, my good Baron," continued his lordship, speaking rather superciliously to his companion, and taking no notice of Harry, which perhaps somewhat nettled the young man. The Virginians A more recent aggressor was Croesus, King of Lydia, who attacked the Greek seaboard. Authors of Greece According to the legend Cyrus the Great, having made Croesus prisoner, intended to burn him on a pyre. Early European History They have been schooled there to keep their bright eyes to look only on the prince and the duke, Croesus and Dives. The Newcomes Memoirs of a Most Respectable Family Croesus was brought to battle in the first days of the autumn. The Ancient East "And so you know the nephew of the old woman—the Croesus who comes to arrive?" The Virginians But Croesus, his great-grandson, was the wealthiest of all, extending his realm from as far as the Halys, the boundary of Cyrus' Persian Empire. Authors of Greece The throne of Lydia, a state in the western part of Asia Minor, was at this time held by Croesus, the last and most famous of his line. Early European History I chuckled over this paradoxical view of renunciation-one which puts the cap of Croesus on any saintly beggar, whilst transforming all proud millionaires into unconscious martyrs. Autobiography of a Yogi He trembles lest his vaults become too small to hold the wealth of this young Croesus. Windy McPherson's Son Croesus is a youth like other youths; he is tall, like other youths; he is awkward, like other youths; he has black hair, as they all have who come from the Indies. The Virginians Croesus was put on a pyre and there remembered the words of Solon. Authors of Greece Defeated in the open field, Croesus shut himself up in Sardis, his capital. Early European History This is a name made up of several Greek words, and seems to mean "a son of Croesus, abounding in treasures of gold," in allusion to Croesus, the wealthy king of Lydia. The Captiva and the Mostellaria Far other cares be mine—Men little crave In this short journey to the silent grave; And the poor peasant, bless'd with peace and health, I envy more than Croesus with his wealth. The Poetical Works of Henry Kirk White : With a Memoir by Sir Harris Nicolas I wished to be in Tegucigalpa, two hundred miles away, within five days; yet all the wealth of Croesus could not have brought me there in that time. Tramping Through Mexico, Guatemala and Honduras — Being the Random Notes of an Incurable Vagabond He is a very Croesus, and I regard him as my banker, for he is ever ready to open his money-bags, and to make me advances upon any tax that may have been ordered. A March on London Their conquest by the Lydian king, Croesus, about the middle of the sixth century B.C., showed how grave was the danger to Greek independence from the ambitious designs of Oriental monarchs. Early European History Then Jim got tired of doing nothing—they possess everlasting rocks—you know their lamented dad was a sort of amateur Croesus—and he decided to monkey with mines. The Claim Jumpers Then he waved a welcome, sprang from his horse, shook Croesus by the hand, and asked him to act as interpreter. The World's Greatest Books — Volume 04 — Fiction Ah no, poor captive-slave of Croesus, His bond-maid all the toiling day, You, like some hunted child of Jesus, Steal out beneath the moon to pray. English Poems Croesus, king of Lydia, after showing Solon the Athenian much besides, at last displayed to him the boundless riches of his treasure-house, and asked him what he thought of his power. Discourses on the First Decade of Titus Livius The king grew so wealthy from the tribute paid by Lydian subjects and from his gold mines that his name has passed into the proverb, "rich as Croesus." Early European History Suppose this were so well done, within a little after, though a man had Croesus' wealth to bestow, there would be as many more. The Anatomy of Melancholy Croesus called to Bartja, and the two figures disappeared behind a cypress. The World's Greatest Books — Volume 04 — Fiction But if you do not believe me, look at Croesus: look at those who are now rich, with what lamentations their life is filled. A Selection from the Discourses of Epictetus with the Encheiridion He was a Phrygian by birth, and lived in the time of Croesus, king of Lydia, to whom he dedicated his fables. An Essay on the Slavery and Commerce of the Human Species, Particularly the African Translated from a Latin Dissertation, Which Was Honoured with the First Prize in the University of Cambridge, for the Year 1785, with Additions But the god Apollo, to whose oracle at Delphi Croesus had sent rich gifts, put out the blaze by a sudden shower of rain. Early European History This Mr. King is rich as Croesus," said the Deacon; "and if he thinks his wife owes a debt to Tulee, he'll be willing to give a round sum for her children. A Romance of the Republic Hystaspes and the other nobles confirmed the eunuch's words, and even Croesus had to admit their substantial truth, but added that they must have been deceived by some remarkable likeness--at which Boges grew pale. The World's Greatest Books — Volume 04 — Fiction Croesus continued the warfare on the Greek cities of Asia, and forced them to become his tributaries. Beacon Lights of History, Volume 04 Imperial Antiquity He also, it is said, when a prisoner in the hands of the Persians, visited Croesus, the rich king of Lydia, and gave to him an admonitory lesson on the vicissitudes of life. Beacon Lights of History, Volume 03 Ancient Achievements He was born about 550 B.C., in the province of Loo, and was the contemporary of Belshazzar, of Cyrus, of Croesus, and of Pisistratus. Beacon Lights of History, Volume 01 The Old Pagan Civilizations "Rich as Croesus, my dear child," he responded, with a laugh. At Love's Cost On the king's consent, he begged furthermore that Oropastes, Croesus, and three other nobles should be allowed to witness the opening of the blue lily in the hanging gardens. The World's Greatest Books — Volume 04 — Fiction It was the misfortune of Croesus to overrate his strength,--an error often seen in the career of fortunate men, especially those who enter upon a great inheritance. Beacon Lights of History, Volume 04 Imperial Antiquity The halls in which Darius and Alexander and Pericles and Croesus and Solomon and Cleopatra had feasted, became the witness of the banquets of Roman proconsuls. Beacon Lights of History, Volume 03 Ancient Achievements Another letter treats of the Answers of the Oracle of Apollo, at Delphos, to Croesus, king of Lydia. The Works of Samuel Johnson, Volume 06 Reviews, Political Tracts, and Lives of Eminent Persons According to the landlord he's rich as Croesus. Aunt Jane's Nieces and Uncle John They talked long of love, of their ambitions, of the influence of stars on human destinies, when Croesus rapidly approached the arbour. The World's Greatest Books — Volume 04 — Fiction Before Croesus was fully prepared for another fight, Cyrus was at the gates of Sardis. Beacon Lights of History, Volume 04 Imperial Antiquity Croesus, having received from the Pythoness, this answer, that by passing the river Halys, he would destroy a great empire, he understood it to be the empire of his enemy, whereas he destroyed his own. Thaumaturgia He was the heir of a rich uncle—a modern Croesus—a man who had amassed a princely fortune by his wonderful success as a manufacturer and speculator. Marguerite Verne Instead of receiving any satisfaction, the Scottish Croesus was thrown into prison, in which he died, 19th December 1655. The Heart of Mid-Lothian, Volume 2 Croesus, who tried to intercede on behalf of the condemned, was sentenced to share their fate. The World's Greatest Books — Volume 04 — Fiction Before the time of Croesus the Greek cities of Asia were independent. Beacon Lights of History, Volume 04 Imperial Antiquity Thus the Asiatic Greeks became subject to a barbarian power; but Croesus ruled them with great mildness, leaving their political institutions undisturbed, and requiring of them little more than the payment of a moderate tribute. Mosaics of Grecian History The halls in which Darius, and Alexander, and Pericles, and Croesus, and Solomon, and Cleopatra have feasted, if unspared by the conflagrations of war, witness the banquets of Roman proconsuls. The Old Roman World, : the Grandeur and Failure of Its Civilization. Fate will take him out hunting, and there will be his steel: Adrastus will hurl his spear at the boar, miss the brute, and get Croesus's son; Fate's inflexible law directs his aim. Works of Lucian of Samosata — Volume 03 Even so, faith; and so heartily that I would not change her for the widow of a Croesus. The Works of Henry Fielding Edited by George Saintsbury in 12 Volumes Volume 12 Croesus himself was taken alive, after a reign of fourteen years, and the mighty Lydia became a Persian province. Beacon Lights of History, Volume 04 Imperial Antiquity Now Astyages, whom Cyrus had just overthrown, was the brother-in-law of this Croesus. General History for Colleges and High Schools What a moral expedient of a bizarre Croesus? Tales of the Jazz Age When Croesus boiled that lamb and tortoise together in the cauldron, he was making trial of Apollo. Works of Lucian of Samosata — Volume 03 In view of these results, Alexander warmed up that stale Delphian defence of the Croesus oracle: the God had foretold a victory, forsooth, but had not stated whether Romans or barbarians should have it. Works of Lucian of Samosata — Volume 02 It does not appear that Croesus desired war with Persia, but he did not dread it, and felt confident that he could overcome a man whose chief conquests had been made over barbarians. Beacon Lights of History, Volume 04 Imperial Antiquity When Croesus heard of his relative's misfortune, he resolved to avenge his wrongs. General History for Colleges and High Schools They'll be quietly laughed at by Mesdames de Papillon and Casta Diva, and the male friends of those ladies who enjoy the benefit of the lavish bounty of our young Croesus and Firkins. The Potiphar Papers Consider; will Croesus's passage of the Halys destroy his own realm, or Cyrus's? Works of Lucian of Samosata — Volume 03 Take Midas, Croesus, golden Pactolus, roll them into one, multiply them, and could they induce him to relinquish the freedom which he has loved and consorted with from a child? Works of Lucian of Samosata — Volume 02 Croesus made great preparations for the approaching contest, which was to settle the destiny of Asia Minor. Beacon Lights of History, Volume 04 Imperial Antiquity Thus, Croesus is told that, if he undertake an expedition against Persia, he will destroy a great empire. General History for Colleges and High Schools "I thought Minerva Tattle was a friend of yours, Kurz Pacha," said Mrs. Gnu, smiling mischievously, and playing with her beautiful bouquet, which Mrs. Potiphar told me Timon Croesus had sent her. The Potiphar Papers Croesus is plucked of his feathers, and mounts a pyre for the amusement of the Persians. Works of Lucian of Samosata — Volume 03 Used aright, such a privilege will be more to you than the wealth of a Croesus or a Midas. Works of Lucian of Samosata — Volume 02 Croesus, his son, entered upon a career which reminds us of Solomon, the inheritor of the conquests of David. Beacon Lights of History, Volume 04 Imperial Antiquity Thus encouraged in his purpose, Croesus prepared to make war upon Persia. General History for Colleges and High Schools Old Croesus told me so some time ago; and he said how sorry he was to go. The Potiphar Papers Solon in the Charon pursues his victory so far as to make us pity instead of scorning Croesus. Works of Lucian of Samosata — Volume 01 Croesus would be a poor man in these days," said I. "If he lived in New York he would be wondering where his next meal was to come from. A Fool and His Money There is something unusually touching in the fate of Croesus after so great prosperity. Beacon Lights of History, Volume 04 Imperial Antiquity The last and most renowned of the Lydian kings was Croesus. General History for Colleges and High Schools I am perfectly aware that there is no more difference between my house and Croesus's, than there is in two ten dollar bills of the same bank. The Potiphar Papers Talk of Midas, Croesus, Delphic treasures! they were all nothing to Timon and his wealth; why, the Persian King could not match it. Works of Lucian of Samosata — Volume 01 Nothing could better illustrate this point than the anecdote related by Herodotus of the interview between Solon and Croesus, King of Lydia. The Greek View of Life The conquest of the Ionian cities, first by Croesus and then by Cyrus, was attended with important political consequences. Beacon Lights of History, Volume 04 Imperial Antiquity Croesus, king of Lydia, sought an alliance with her in his unfortunate war with Persia, which just now was the rising power in Asia. General History for Colleges and High Schools When I meet Mr. Croesus in Wall street, I respect him as I do a king in his palace, or a scholar in his study. The Potiphar Papers He has lately conquered Assyria, and reduced Babylon; and now it looks as if he meditated an invasion of Lydia, to complete his dominion by the overthrow of Croesus. Works of Lucian of Samosata — Volume 01 Croesus, proud of his boundless wealth, asks the Greek stranger who is the happiest man on earth? expecting to hear in reply his own name. The Greek View of Life Like the Jewish monarch, Croesus was rich, luxurious, and intellectual. Beacon Lights of History, Volume 04 Imperial Antiquity Croesus gave liberally of his wealth to ornament the shrine. General History for Colleges and High Schools Wall street is Croesus's sphere, and all his powers play there perfectly. The Potiphar Papers And there, look, is Croesus himself, reclining on a golden couch, and conversing with Solon the Athenian. Works of Lucian of Samosata — Volume 01 The next cook may spoil the dinner and upset Croesus’s temper, and from this all manner of consequences may be evolved, even to the dethronement and death of the king himself. The Note-Books of Samuel Butler I'm as rich as Croesus—made a hundred and eighty pounds last year, and expect to make over two hundred this one. Philistia "I suppose that he has taken a great fancy to your father, which is a good thing for the parish, as those Layards are richer than Croesus." Stella Fregelius In fact, I think it would be quite as well if we could sometimes "sink the paternal," as Timon Croesus says. The Potiphar Papers First D. You would have been just the creed for Croesus's son! Works of Lucian of Samosata — Volume 01 If Croesus discharges his kitchen-maid and gets another, it is as though he cut out a small piece of his finger and replaced it in due course by growth. The Note-Books of Samuel Butler "I could go to ten circuses this summer if that many of 'em was to come to town," said one small citizen as Croesus rode away in a cloud of village dust. The Hollow of Her Hand Would he dare throw the great capitalist, this mighty Croesus, this autocrat, into the sea? West Wind Drift Yes; and there was young Major Staggers, who said that "Decidedly it was the party of the season," "How odd," said Mrs. Croesus, to whom I told it, and, I confess, with a little pride. The Potiphar Papers See, he is making merry with Croesus and his outlandish magnificence. Works of Lucian of Samosata — Volume 01 Still this should be held in the same way as it should be also held that she eats vicariously when Croesus dines. The Note-Books of Samuel Butler A day's conference between the friends leads to a series of Napoleon-like mandates of the mining Croesus. The Little Lady of Lagunitas A Franco-Californian Romance I have watched the old Croesus' career for years. The Midnight Passenger : a novel At that moment young Croesus "came in" warm with the whirl of the dance, with Daisy Clover. The Potiphar Papers Croesus, will those bars be any use to Apollo, do you think? Works of Lucian of Samosata — Volume 01 I don't mind admitting I have one friend, a wise old octogenarian, rich as Croesus, whom I wouldn't trust up here alone! Two Little Women on a Holiday "I don't see the young man who used to run this shebang," carelessly remarks the Croesus. The Little Lady of Lagunitas A Franco-Californian Romance "Give him his own!" imploringly faltered the dying Croesus. The Midnight Passenger : a novel Mrs. Croesus, you see I have just got my bonnet from Paris. The Potiphar Papers That is Cyrus; and here is Croesus; beyond him Sardanapalus, and beyond him again Midas. Works of Lucian of Samosata — Volume 01 And Montague went on to tell her of the occasion in the Millonaires' Club, when he had seen the Croesus of Wall Street surrounded by an attending throng of "little millionaires." The Moneychangers "See that no one, not even Croesus, has admission to her before my. . . . before I give further orders." Complete Project Gutenberg Georg Ebers Works The president, manager, and directors all practically shunned him, waiting for the word as to who would manage the controlling interest of the dead Croesus. The Midnight Passenger : a novel Polly would call it a sentimental whim—if she could take Mrs. Croesus's advice before she spoke of it—but what then? The Potiphar Papers That I am unable to say at present, Croesus; I must see you end your days first. Works of Lucian of Samosata — Volume 01 "See that no one, not even Croesus, has admission to her before my.... before I give further orders." An Egyptian Princess — Complete At the brazen gates of the palace which had formerly belonged to Croesus, they were met by Oroetes, the satrap of Sardis, in a magnificent court- dress overloaded with ornaments. An Egyptian Princess — Volume 08 "See that no one, not even Croesus, has admission to her before my….. before I give further orders." An Egyptian Princess — Volume 04 Timon Croesus is the puny caricature of a man, mentally, morally, and physically. The Potiphar Papers Those are bars of gold; they are going to Delphi, to pay for an oracle, which oracle will presently be the ruin of Croesus. Works of Lucian of Samosata — Volume 01 Waterman, the Colossus of finance, the Croesus of copper and gold! The Metropolis What of the town of Samos, trim and neat, And what of Sardis, Croesus' royal seat? The Satires, Epistles, and Art of Poetry For heav'n's sake, consider more your health; 'Tis dearer far to me than Croesus' wealth. Tales and Novels of J. de La Fontaine — Complete Do you know I am not so sure about Mrs. Croesus's diamond! The Potiphar Papers Among other things, Croesus was to be led captive by Cyrus, and Cyrus to be murdered by the queen of the Massagetae. Works of Lucian of Samosata — Volume 01 To us—even to Yerkes, familiar with United States merchant kings—he seemed with his thirty thousand dollars a year already a gilded Croesus. The Ivory Trail Baiae's the place!" cries Croesus: all is haste; The lake, the sea, soon feel their master's taste: A new whim prompts: 'tis "Pack your tools tonight! The Satires, Epistles, and Art of Poetry "He's fat, I know," she admitted, "and he makes funny noises when he breathes; but he is richer than Croesus, and I adore rich men." Rainbow's End Mustn't we see our friends, I should like to know; and if we do, are you going to let your wife receive them in a manner inferior to old Mrs. Podge or Mrs. Croesus? The Potiphar Papers No, thank you; I am off, to take up my quarters by Croesus and Sardanapalus. Works of Lucian of Samosata — Volume 01 The only thing is that I don't have a Croesus to exhibit every day at my chariot wheels. A Texas Ranger He was a man who liked to have everything about him smart and showy, and was quite willing that every one should look upon him as a tremendous swell with the purse of a Croesus. Spinifex and Sand A rich man burst the door; As Croesus rich, I'm sure He could not pride himself upon his wit, And as for wisdom, he had none of it; He had what's better; he had wealth. Evolution of Expression — Volume 1 Somehow, when I am talking with Mrs. Croesus, who has all her own things made at home, I don't feel as if mine came from Paris at all. The Potiphar Papers As you say, Charon's ferry is the proper place for the decision of these questions.—But who are these men whom Croesus is sending out? Works of Lucian of Samosata — Volume 01 If she tells you that she has, I would not follow her farther though she were twice as rich as Croesus. The Kellys and the O'Kellys The old chap who inherited it is as rich as Croesus, he was in the office the other day, he wants to sell.—Hello! Undertow "Handsome, and rich as Croesus, and his wife would divorce him, and belongs to one of the best families," summarized Billy. The Heart of Rachael But fortunately it arrived just in time, and I had the satisfaction of taking down the pride of Mrs. Croesus, who fancied hers would be the only stylish hat in church the first Sunday. The Potiphar Papers Ha! and it was before this creature that Greece trembled? this is our yoker of Hellesponts, our designer of Athos-canals?—Croesus too! a sad spectacle! Works of Lucian of Samosata — Volume 01 Permit me to present to you the boy Croesus—the only one extant. Brewster's Millions But if you deign to live with me, our respectable poverty is higher than the throne of Croesus, SOCRATES: Your feelings please me more than they soften me. Socrates I would not be at your age again, not for the wealth of Croesus! South Wind I, who am merely a diplomatist, skulk and hurry along, and if Mr. Croesus smiles, I inwardly thank him for his charity. The Potiphar Papers For, of course, though Croesus paid for the columns, the work was executed by Greek artists upon the spot, and presumably by the best artists that could be secured. A History of Greek Art He is a good old fellow enough, I believe, and is certainly rich as Croesus; he will be a valuable friend to us both. Vendetta: a story of one forgotten One may be as wealthy as Croesus and yet be an awful failure. The Heart-Cry of Jesus The Khedive in idea saw himself a second Croesus. The Life of Sir Richard Burton Millionaires abounded, and monopolists, compared with whom Croesus was poor, flourished. The Dominion in 1983 Even some letters of Croesus's dedicatory inscription have been found on the bases of the Ionic columns, affording a welcome confirmation to the testimony of Herodotus. A History of Greek Art I say," said I, "that you Croesuses make a half-pay Major of Artillery's head reel. The Red Planet Her beaming face is eloquent repudiation of your pity, and she verily believes her blond-headed, scholarly Prince a bountiful equivalent for all Croesus' belongings. At the Mercy of Tiberius The next thing I heard was that he and Mademoiselle Croesus were engaged. Lady Bridget in the Never-Never Land: a story of Australian life Sooner or later, politics, journalism, a marriage, or a big piece of business luck will make me a Croesus. Balzac In fact, he was looked upon as a second Croesus, or a Crassus, who could have bought the Roman empire; and his daughter's hand was sought in marriage by peers. Reminiscences of Captain Gronow And yet his common sense said, if I was as rich as Croesus, how could she ever mate with me, a stained man? Foul Play I was so poor in worldly goods, but oh!—Croesus could not have bought my proud hopes! At the Mercy of Tiberius Every Laplander, however poor, has his dozen or two dozen deer; and the flocks of a Lapp Croesus amount sometimes to two thousand head. Letters from High Latitudes "The lady is as rich as Croesus, then?" he asked. Louisa of Prussia and Her Times He had in a teacup some lines on Venus and Mars which he could not but feel would fit Thalia and Croesus, or Genius and Envy, equally well. Peg Woffington Though a man has the wealth of Croesus he has no right to be idle, if he can get work to do. See America First Could I have poured The wealth of richest Croesus in thy lap, I had been blest to see thee scatter it, So I was still thy riches paramount! The Hunchback If he be as rich as Croesus, let him remember Solon's warning, with its fulfilment—and the change since 550 B.C. has by no means been in the direction of fixity of tenure. Such Is Life You mistake me for a Croesus, whose wealth is inexhaustible. Old Fritz and the New Era For example, quoth he, 'Solon never went to see Croesus, as Herodotus avers; nor did those about Xerxes ever dream dreams; but Herodotus, out of his abundant wickedness, invented these things. Letters to Dead Authors Speaking ill also of the gods under the person of Solon, he has these words: "Thou, O Croesus, askest me concerning human affairs, who know that every one of the deities envious and tumultuous." Complete Works of Plutarch — Volume 3: Essays and Miscellanies He could have matched gold, equipages, jewels, art treasures, estates and acres with any Croesus in this proud city of Manhattan, and scarcely have entered upon the bulk of his holdings. The Four Million I am already richer than Croesus, if friendship count as riches, Am�lie. The Golden Dog Goldmore's carriage overtopped the roofs almost; the first floors might shake hands with Croesus as he lolled inside; all the windows of those first floors thronged with children and women in a twinkling. The Book of Snobs Croesus, King of Lydia, proverbial for wealth; he reigned 560-546 B.C. Meditations Solon, precept of; and Croesus; on virtue and wealth. Complete Works of Plutarch — Volume 3: Essays and Miscellanies He contrived, it was said, to be at once as rich as Croesus and as riotous as Mark Antony. The History of England, from the Accession of James II — Volume 5 And Luther, a man full of human affection, speaking of his wife, said, "I would not exchange my poverty with her for all the riches of Croesus without her." Character Will Lady Croesus ever leave off pining the Duchess's parties, and cease patronizing Mrs. Broadcloth whose husband has not got his Baronetcy yet? The Book of Snobs Many a Croesus would give half his fortune for a poor man's stomach; yet you want your cutlers to be sick men all their days, and not gain a shilling by it. Put Yourself in His Place My dear Clarence, I am not a Croesus nor a fool. Susy, a story of the Plains See the account of the vision of Croesus in The Monk's Tale. The Canterbury Tales, and Other Poems What the time of the Crusades is to us, the generation of Croesus and Solon was to the Greeks of the time of Herodotus. Miscellaneous Writings and Speeches — Volume 2 A dull and pompous Leadenhall Street Croesus, good-natured withal, and affable—cruelly affable. The Book of Snobs The old ruffian is as rich as Croesus. A Thief in the Night: a Book of Raffles' Adventures This was the third time that the Asiatic Greeks had been conquered by a foreign power: first by the Lydian Croesus; secondly by the generals of Cyrus; and lastly by those of Darius. A Smaller history of Greece From the earliest times to the Roman conquest And hanged was Croesus the proude king; His royal throne might him not avail. The Canterbury Tales, and Other Poems I am like Croesus overwhelmed with my riches in facts, and I mean to make my book as perfect as ever I can. Life and Letters of Charles Darwin — Volume 1 Young Croesus lent him three-and-twenty bran-new sovereigns out of his father's bank. The Book of Snobs Croesus only doesn't "twig" the right persons to check. Cyropaedia: the education of Cyrus Croesus, the last and most powerful of the Lydian kings, who ascended the throne B.C. A Smaller history of Greece From the earliest times to the Roman conquest At the opening of the story of Croesus, Chaucer has copied from his own translation of Boethius; but the story is mainly taken from the "Romance of the Rose" 27. The Canterbury Tales, and Other Poems He had not appreciated that, from underlings and backstair politicians, an itinerant showman like Stetson and the only son of an American Croesus would receive very different treatment. The Red Cross Girl |
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