French Quote by Dashiell Hammett
““...What do you do with all your money?" "Me and the French hoard gold.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Thin Man, Dashiell Hammett, 1934
A dialogue about wealth and hoarding, contrasting personal finance with national treasure accumulation.
In simple terms: Money can be hoarded like gold.
Beware of greed.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal budgeting
- government policy
- investment strategy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Why hoard wealth?
- What are the consequences?
May oversimplify economic dynamics.