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Wine versus Water

By Cratinus (Fifth Century B.C.)

Of Cratinus we hear something from his successful rival, Aristophanes. A single couplet may serve to recall his notorious weakness.

WINE is a swift-footed steed for the minstrel, giver of pleasure:

But nothing fine a water-drinker brings to light.

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