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Arthur Miller Quote on Work, Ownership, and Life

„Work a lifetime to pay off a house You finally own it and there's nobody to live in it.“

Arthur MillerArthur Miller's quote on the irony of paying off a house but having no one to live in it.
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Arthur Miller was an American playwright and essayist, known for his critical works addressing society and politics.

This quote reflects the irony of life and the value of work and ownership in society.


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Arthur Miller quote about working a lifetime to own a house and having no one to live in it

Arthur Miller (1915–2005) was a prominent American playwright famous for works such as 'Death of a Salesman' and 'The Crucible'. His works often dealt with social and political issues, focusing on morality, manipulation, and justice.

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