The only sensible ends of literature are, first, the pleasurable toil of writing; second, the gratification of one’s family and friends; and, lastly, the solid cash.

Nathaniel Hawthorne (1804-1864) American writer
Letter to Horatio Bridge (15 Mar 1851)

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