...commerce, which is mistakenly classified among the productive forms of work, ought to be ranked first among the parasitical professions like those of monk, soldier, lawyer etc.
Charles FourierOnce upon a time people talked about the infallibility of the pope; today it is that of the merchant which they wish to establish.
Charles FourierOne could judge the degree of civilization of a country by the social and political position of its women
Charles FourierHosts of merchants encumber the cities, and the streets are cluttered with solicitors who swarm without limit or purpose.
Charles Fourier