The value of the goal lies in the goal itself; and therefore the goal cannot be attained unless it is pursued for its own sake. (Arnold J. Toynbee)

The value of the goal lies in the goal itself; and therefore the goal cannot be attained unless it is pursued for its own sake.

Arnold J. Toynbee

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