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A cultivated class, for example, finds most difficulty in getting on with another which has acquired part—but only part—of its culture and customs.
Arnold J. Toynbee ·

Quotes

“Having been poor is no shame, but being ashamed of it, is.”

Benjamin Franklin · Poor Richard’s Almanack, 1732-1758 · Primary source

“Marry above thy match, and thou'lt get a master.”

Benjamin Franklin · Poor Richard’s Almanack, 1732-1758 · Primary source

“Money and good manners make the gentleman.”

Benjamin Franklin · Poor Richard’s Almanack, 1732-1758 · Primary source

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Class distinction 1 Cultural assimilation 1 Authenticity 8 Social friction 1 Poverty 6 Shame 1 Dignity 5 Self-respect 4 Marriage 6 Class 1 Dependence 3 Power imbalance 1 Gentleman 1 Money 6 Manners 2 Respectability 1