Most think that they are above being supported by the town; but it oftener happens that they are not above supporting themselves by dishonest means, which would be more disreputable.


The writings of Henry David Thoreau... (ed. 1906)

Henry David Thoreau Quotes

Most think that they are above being supported by the town; but it oftener happens that they are not above supporting themselves by dishonest means,...

Most think that they are above being supported by the town; but it oftener happens that they are not above supporting themselves by dishonest means,...

Most think that they are above being supported by the town; but it oftener happens that they are not above supporting themselves by dishonest means,...

Most think that they are above being supported by the town; but it oftener happens that they are not above supporting themselves by dishonest means,...