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“For me, as I suspect for most people, there comes a point where you have enough. If you've got £20 million, why keep going until you've got £100 million or £1,000 million? Does anyone need another vast yacht or private jet or a house full of gold?”

Quote by Robert Harris

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Robert Harris is a renowned British novelist, born on March 7, 1957. He is known for his historical novels and thrillers, which have gained popularity among readers. more

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