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The fact is, if a young man is naturally indolent, the spur of necessity will drive him but a very little way, while the
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"The fact is, if a young man is naturally indolent, the spur of necessity will drive him but a very little way, while the having enough to live upon is often the means of preserving his self-respect"

- James Payn

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England Flag This quote is written / told by James Payn between February 28, 1830 and March 25, 1898. He/she was a famous Novelist from England. The author also have 24 other quotes.

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