Young people, nowadays, imagine that money is everything.Yes, murmured Lord Henry, settling his button-hole in his coat; and when they grow older they know it.

Summary

This quote by Lord Henry suggests that young people tend to prioritize money and see it as the ultimate measure of success and happiness. They believe that acquiring wealth is the key to everything they desire. Lord Henry's agreement implies that he acknowledges this viewpoint, but implies that as people mature and gain life experience, they come to realize that money doesn't guarantee fulfillment and may not be as important as they once believed.

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