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Avarice, the spur of industry. - David Hume

Avarice, the spur of industry. – David Hume

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The advantages found in history seem to be of three kinds, as it amuses the fancy, as it improves the understanding, and as it strengthens virtue. – David Hume

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David Hume
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Big mouthfuls often choke. – Italian Proverb

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The avarice person is ever in want; let your desired aim have a fixed limit. – Horace

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Wealth is like sea-water; the more we drink, the thirstier we become; and the same is true of fame. – Arthur Schopenhauer

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Satiety is a mongrel that barks at the heels of plenty. – Minna Antrim

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