L. Ron Hubbard (1911–1986) American science fiction author, philosopher, cult leader, and the founder of the Church of Scientology
Dianetics 55! (1954).
“What is the motive which operates in every man's breast to counteract the impulse towards the gratification of his wants and appetites?”
Source: A Treatise On Political Economy (Fourth Edition) (1832), Book I, On Production, Chapter XIX, p. 207
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