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“But I beg you to observe that there is a wide difference between being captains or governors of work, and taking the profits of it. It does not follow, because you are general of an army, that you are to take all the treasure, or land, it wins; (if it fight for treasure or land); neither, because you are king of a nation, that you are to consume all the profits of the nation's work.”

Quote by John Ruskin

Book:Selections and Essays

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Selections and Essays

This book is a compilation of selected essays and literary extracts from a diverse range of authors, offering readers a glimpse into different perspectives and styles of writing. more

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John Ruskin was an influential British art critic, writer, and social critic. Known for his profound insights into art, architecture, and social issues, he had a significant impact on the aesthetics and culture of the Victorian era. more

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