Quote by William Hazlitt

The incentive to ambition is the love of power.

The incentive to ambition is the love of power.

Summary

This quote suggests that the driving force behind ambition is the desire for power. People are motivated to achieve and succeed because they are attracted to the idea of having control and influence over others or situations. It implies that the sense of power is a fundamental aspect fueling people's ambitions, whether it be in personal or professional contexts.

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By William Hazlitt

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