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Quote by Burl Ives

“The human animal is a beast that eventually has to die. If he's got money, he buys and he buys and he buys. The reason he buys everything he can is because of some crazy hope that one of the things he buys will be life everlasting.”

Quote by Burl Ives

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Burl Ives was an American actor, singer, and songwriter, renowned for his roles in films like 'The Big Country' and 'The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance'. He also had a successful music career, releasing numerous albums and winning a Grammy Award. Ives' unique voice and storytelling abilities made him a cherished figure in American entertainment. more

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