So long as we play the game of industry vigorously and eagerly (and I hope we shall long play it, for we must be very different from what we are if we do anything better), we shall of necessity respect and admire those who play successfully, and a little despise those who play unsuccessfully.
Bagehot acknowledges the societal admiration for successful individuals in industry, while also noting a disdain for failure.
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