Quote by William Cobbett

It is not the greatness of a man's means that makes him independent, so much as the smallness of his wants.

It is not the greatness of a man's means that makes him inde

Summary

This quote suggests that a person's independence is not determined by their wealth or resources, but rather by their ability to be content with and desire less. Being self-reliant does not come from having vast means, but from having modest desires and being satisfied with what one already possesses. It implies that those who can find contentment in simplicity are more likely to achieve true independence, regardless of their material wealth or status.

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By William Cobbett

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