Quote by Thomas Gray
Too poor for a bribe, and too proud to importune, he had not the method of making a fortune.
Summary
This quote depicts a person who is both financially poor and morally upright. The individual's lack of wealth prevents them from engaging in bribery, while their pride prevents them from begging or pleading to improve their situation. Consequently, the person lacks the necessary means or strategies to accumulate wealth and achieve prosperity. The quote portrays the individual's integrity and unwillingness to compromise their principles, simultaneously highlighting the challenges they face in their pursuit of fortune.
Topics
Poverty
By Thomas Gray