Margaret AtwoodI feel despised there, for having so little money; also for once having had so much. I never actually had it, of course. Father had it, and then Richard. But money was imputed to me, the same way crimes are imputed to those who've simply been present at them.
About This Quote
This quote by Vladimir Nabokov illustrates the power of money. Money is one thing that can make or break a person. As an example, this quote shows how the loss of money can leave a deep scar in someone’s heart, but also how it can make one feel superior to others.
Source: The Blind Assassin
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