Quote by Albert Camus

...luck is not to be coerced.

...luck is not to be coerced.

Summary

This quote suggests that luck is not something that can be manipulated or controlled. It implies that no amount of force or pressure can bring about luck, as it is an unpredictable and spontaneous occurrence. Instead, luck is seen as something that happens naturally and without intentional intervention. In essence, the quote reminds us that luck is external and cannot be influenced by our actions or desires.

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Luck

By Albert Camus

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