On Vatia's villa
55:7
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7.
But the most convenient thing about the villa is the fact that Baiae is next door, it is free from all the inconveniences of that resort, and yet enjoys its pleasures.
I myself understand these attractions, and I believe that it is a villa suited to every season of the year.
It fronts the west wind, which it intercepts in such a way that Baiae is denied it.
So it seems that Vatia was no fool when he selected this place as the best in which to spend his leisure when it was already unfruitful and decrepit.
Book: Moral Letters Vol I
Subtitle: Seneca's timeless letters of advice and wisdom.
Author: Seneca
Chapter: On Vatia's villa
Location: Chapter 55, Section 7
Content:
7.
But the most convenient thing about the villa is the fact that Baiae is next door, it is free from all the inconveniences of that resort, and yet enjoys its pleasures.
I myself understand these attractions, and I believe that it is a villa suited to every season of the year.
It fronts the west wind, which it intercepts in such a way that Baiae is denied it.
So it seems that Vatia was no fool when he selected this place as the best in which to spend his leisure when it was already unfruitful and decrepit.