the very attempt to do so I regard as futile.

[11] See "Mem." I. iii. 8 foll.; II. vi. 22.

[12] {duserotes}. Cf. Thuc. vi. 13, "a desperate craving" (Jowett).

[13] Cf. "Symp." iv. 21 foll.; "Cyrop." V. i. 7-18.

[14] Or, "where demands of business present themselves, and something
must be done."

[15] Cf. Shakesp. "Sonnets," passim.

[16] Or, "I never dream of appointing as superintendent." See above,
iv. 7.

Soc. Well, and what of those addicted to another passion, that of
gain? Are they, too, incapable of being trained to give attention to
field and farming operations?

Isch. On the contrary, there are no people easier to train, none so
susceptible of carefulness in these same matters. One needs only to
point out to them that the pursuit is gainful, and their interest is
aroused.

Soc. But for ordinary people? Given they are self-controlled to suit
your bidding,[17] given they possess a wholesome appetite for gain,
how will you lesson them in carefulness? how teach them growth in
diligence to meet your wishes?