Quote by O. Henry

It is said that love makes the world go 'round - the announcement lacks verification. It's wind from the dinner horn that does it.

It is said that love makes the world go 'round - the announc

Summary

This quote suggests that the commonly held belief in the power of love to create and sustain the world may be unfounded. Instead, it humorously suggests that it is practical and mundane things, like the sound of a dinner horn, that truly have the ability to propel and sustain life's activities. The quote challenges the notion that love is the ultimate driving force, emphasizing the importance of practicality and everyday necessities in influencing the course of the world.

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By O. Henry

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