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“Wealth has more and more increased, and at the same time gathered itself more and more into masses, strangely altering the old relations, and increasing the distance between the rich and the poor.” quote by Thomas Carlyle
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“Wealth has more and more increased, and at the same time gathered itself more and more into masses, strangely altering the old relations, and increasing the distance between the rich and the poor.”

Thomas Carlyle

About This Quote

Source Book: Past and Present, 1843

Wealth concentration intensifies social stratification, widening the gap between rich and poor.

In simple terms: Rich get richer, poor get poorer.

Key Takeaway

Address economic inequality.

Themes

economics social class inequality

Mood

serious concerned

Type

philosophical political

When to use this quote

  • policy making
  • urban planning
  • community development

Key Concepts

wealth distribution social mobility

Questions to Reflect On

  • What policies can reduce wealth gaps?
  • How does wealth concentration affect social cohesion?
A Different Perspective

Complex causes beyond wealth alone drive disparity.

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