Second to agriculture, humbug is the biggest industry of our age.
Meaning of the quote
After agriculture, the largest business in our time is deceiving people. Alfred Nobel, a Swedish scientist, said this to criticize the widespread use of false or exaggerated claims to make money.
About Alfred Nobel
Alfred Nobel was a Swedish chemist, inventor, and businessman best known for inventing dynamite. He also founded the Nobel Prizes, which annually recognize those who have made the greatest contributions to humankind. Nobel held 355 patents in his lifetime and made several important contributions to science and industry.
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