But the practical realization of the measures went into the hands of some old drunkard, who would squander the money and pitilessly flog the unfortunate Cossacks for the purpose of converting them into good agriculturists.
Petr Alekseevich Kropotkin: “But the practical realization of the measures went into the hands of some old drunkard, who would squander the money and…”
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This quote critiques the mismanagement of resources intended for the Cossacks, highlighting the disconnect between intention and execution.
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The small industries are as much a distinctive feature of the British industry as its few immense factories and ironworks.
And wherever the village-community spirit is maintained, the small industries persist, while no effort is spared to bring the small plots under higher culture.
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