Work consists of whatever a body is obliged to do
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Work consists of whatever a body is obliged to do.
Play consists of whatever a body is not obliged to do.
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Meaning
This quote means work is what we are forced to do, while play is what we choose freely. Obligation changes the nature of activity.
About Author
Mark Twain
Mark Twain, born Samuel Clemens, was an American author and humorist known for classics like Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. His quotes often reflect wit, social critique, and human insight. Twain inspires writers, readers, and social thinkers to explore human nature, challenge conventions, and communicate ideas with humor and intelligence.
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