Quote by Charles Lamb

Were I Diogenes, I would not move out of a kilderkin into a hogshead, though the first had had nothing but small beer in it, and the second reeked claret.

Were I Diogenes, I would not move out of a kilderkin into a

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This quote, attributed to French philosopher Michel de Montaigne, reflects his preference for a simple and contented life. The reference to Diogenes, an ancient Greek philosopher who renounced worldly possessions, indicates Montaigne's desire to not trade a modest lifestyle (the kilderkin with small beer) for a more luxurious one (the hogshead with claret). It suggests that material comforts and the trappings of wealth do not necessarily bring happiness or fulfillment, and that one should be content with what they have rather than constantly striving for more.

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