Quote by Aldous Huxley

Like every man of sense and good feeling, I abominate work.

Like every man of sense and good feeling, I abominate work.

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This quote expresses the disdain for work that is felt by many individuals who value leisure over labor. It suggests that the speaker, like others who possess intelligence and good emotions, detests work and prefers to engage in other pursuits that bring them more pleasure or satisfaction. It reflects a sentiment of resistance towards the conventional notion of work and highlights the desire for a more enjoyable and fulfilling way of living.

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