Quote by Cyrus H. K Curtis

There are two kinds of men who never amount to much -- those who cannot do what they are told and those who can do nothing else.

There are two kinds of men who never amount to much -- those

Summary

This quote highlights the contrasting types of men who struggle to succeed in life. The first group consists of individuals who are incapable of following instructions or complying with orders, often resulting in a lack of achievement. The second group is comprised of those who possess a singular skill or talent and are unable to adapt or excel in any other area. Ultimately, both types find themselves falling short of accomplishing noteworthy things due to their respective limitations.

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Humanity

By Cyrus H. K Curtis

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