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But the chief end I propose to myself in all my labours is to vex the…

Quote byJonathan Swift · 1667–1745

Commonly attributed — not confirmed in an authoritative edition. Cited on Wikiquote to: Letter to Alexander Pope (29 September 1725).

English (original)

but the chief end I propose to myself in all my labours is to vex the world rather than divert it

— Jonathan Swift

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