Calamity Quote by B. C. Forbes
“Which class is happiest, the rich, the middle class or the poor? A very successful executive of a large organization touches upon this vital subject in a long letter to all his salesmen. He uses as his text a passage from Robinson Crusoe which included this: ""My Father bid me observe it, and I should always find that the calamities of life were shared among the upper and lower part of mankind; but that the middle station had the fewest disasters, and were not exposed to so many vicissitudes as the higher or lower part of mankind.”
About This Quote
A reflection on social class happiness, citing a passage that suggests the middle class faces fewer extremes.
In simple terms: Middle class may experience fewer extremes.
Key Takeaway
Recognize class‑related challenges.
Themes
social class
happiness
inequality
Mood
analytical
thoughtful
Type
sociological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- policy analysis
- sociology
- personal finance
Key Concepts
economic stability
social stratification
psychology of wealth
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your class affect your joy?
- What can be done to reduce inequality?
A Different Perspective
Class generalizations can be oversimplified.
