Quote by Charles Dickens

It is a melancholy truth that even great men have their poor relations.

It is a melancholy truth that even great men have their poor

Summary

This quote conveys the somber reality that even individuals esteemed for their greatness are not exempt from having relatives who are less successful or wealthy. It suggests that societal status or achievements do not necessarily guarantee that one's extended family will share in the same success or fortune, allowing us to reflect on the complexity of familial relationships and the disparities that can exist within them regardless of individual accomplishments.

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Greatness & Great Things

By Charles Dickens

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