Greek tragedy Quote by Euripides Download Open image ““It's human; we all put self interest first.”” — Euripides ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4.2 out of 5 (6 ratings) Copy quoteShare Greek tragedy Identity Play Self interest Tutor
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