Quote by George Bernard Shaw

You must not suppose, because I am a man of letters, that I never tried to earn an honest living.

You must not suppose, because I am a man of letters, that I

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In this quote, the speaker emphasizes that being "a man of letters" does not imply they have never attempted to earn an honest living. Contrary to any assumptions, the speaker insists that they have indeed made sincere efforts to support themselves through honest work. With this statement, the speaker challenges any misconceptions or stereotypes about intellectuals being disconnected from the practical aspects of life and asserts their own experience of trying to earn their livelihood through legitimate means.

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By George Bernard Shaw

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