Avarice, the spur of industry, is so obstinate and violent a... - Hume, David

This quote is attributed to Hume, David.

"Avarice, the spur of industry, is so obstinate and violent a passion, that it can never be softened by the consciousness of injustice."

Hume, David Work

Philosopher Scottish 1711–1776

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