It is the nature of human beings to want, to desire.

Brownell Landrum
About This Quote

This quote can be interpreted in different ways. It could mean that human beings want and desire more than is reasonable. It could also mean that it is our nature as human beings to want and desire.

Source: A Chorus Of Voices: Duet Stories Volume Iii Adult Version

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