Es ayrion ta spoudaia
''Timeless Words'' Series of notebooks
A new series of notebooks inspired by 10 iconic ancient sayings. Each notebook is accompanied by a brief, carefully crafted text in both Greek and English. This series serves as a small companion for reflection, ideal for those seeking daily inspiration. With elegant aesthetics and content that blends knowledge and meaning, these notebooks make a thoughtful gift or a personal reminder that a few words written centuries ago can still hold timeless truths.
«Es ayrion ta spoudaia / If business is important, it can wait until tomorrow»
Archias, Theban oligarch
(unknown – 382 BC)
From inside the notebook:
"The phrase “if business is important, it can wait until tomorrow” originates from an incident that took place in ancient Thebes and demonstrates the human tendency to put off important decisions under the false pretense that time is always on our side. When the oligarch leader, Archias, was informed of his impending assassination, he replied with blatant disregard, confident that he could take action the following day. His decision proved fatal as he was killed that very night..."
- ISBN
- TIMELESS7
- Publications
- Fagottobooks
- Language
- English, Greek
- Publication year
- 2025
- Pages
- 64
- Dimensions
- 13x18