Money may be the husk of many things, but not the kernel. It brings you food, but not appetite; medicine, but not health; acquaintances, but not friends; servants, but not loyalty; days of joy, but not peace or happiness.

About Henrik Ibsen

Henrik Johan Ibsen (; Norwegian: [ˈhɛ̀nrɪk ˈɪ̀psn̩]; 20 March 1828 – 23 May 1906) was a Norwegian play writer, who was considered one the world's pre-eminent writers of the 19th century and is often referred to as "the father of modern drama." He pioneered theatrical realism, but also wrote lyrical...

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