Interest is the spur of the people, but glory that of great souls. Invention is the... - Jonathan Swift at BrainyQuote

Interest is the spur of the people, but glory that of great souls. Invention is the talent of youth, and judgment of age.

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Author Profession: Writer

Nationality: Irish

Born: November 30, 1667

Died: October 19, 1745

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