Quote by Margaret Mitchell

What most people don't seem to realize is that there is just as much money to be made out of the wreckage of a civilization as from the upbuilding of one.

What most people don't seem to realize is that there is just

Summary

This quote highlights the often hidden truth that even in times of chaos and decline, there exist opportunities to profit financially. It suggests that certain individuals are able to capitalize on the dismantling or downfall of a society as much as they would on its growth and development. The quote challenges the conventional notion that progress and prosperity are the primary sources of wealth, reminding us that clever individuals can find lucrative avenues within the ruins of a civilization.

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By Margaret Mitchell

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