The quantity of his food and drink was determined by the wants of nature, and not by pleasure.

The seasons of his sleeping and waking were distinguished neither by day nor night.
The time that remained after the transaction of business was given to repose; but that repose was neither invited by a soft bed nor by quiet.

Many have seen him wrapped in a military cloak, lying on the ground amid the watches and outposts of the soldiers.

His dress was not at all superior to that of his equals: his arms and his horses were conspicuous.

He was at once by far the first of the cavalry and infantry; and, foremost to advance to the charge, was last to leave the engagement.