Quote by George Bernard Shaw

In a battle all you need to make you fight is a little hot blood and the knowledge that it's more dangerous to lose than to win.

In a battle all you need to make you fight is a little hot b

Summary

This quote suggests that in the midst of a battle, one only requires a small burst of passion and the awareness that the consequences of losing are greater than the rewards of victory. It implies that the motivational factors to engage in combat lie in the combination of an enthusiastic spirit and the understanding that defeat carries far graver risks than the potential benefits that come with winning.

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By George Bernard Shaw

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