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Large fortunes are all founded either on the occupation of land, or lending or the taxation of labor.
John Ruskin
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— John Ruskin

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John Ruskin was a Writer from United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland (1819–1900).

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This quote is attributed to John Ruskin, a Writer from United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland.
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John Ruskin lived from 1819 – 1900.