Cheaper Quote by John Ruskin
“There is hardly anything in the world that some man cannot make a little worse and sell a little cheaper, and the people who consider price only are this man's lawful prey.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Unto This Last, 1860
People exploit others by lowering quality and price, targeting those who only care about cost.
In simple terms: Cheapness harms quality and exploits people.
Key Takeaway
Beware of low‑cost, low‑quality offers.
Themes
economics
ethics
exploitation
Mood
critical
cautious
Type
analytical
warning
When to use this quote
- shopping
- business decisions
- policy making
Key Concepts
price
quality
consumerism
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you prioritize price over quality?
- How can you spot hidden costs?
A Different Perspective
Low price isn’t always the best value.
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