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Jack Vance

Right now I'm so old that if I had a big gush of money, I don't know what I'd do with it. I don't travel anymore. I don't need anything, don't want anything. I'd give it to my son, I guess, and let him enjoy it.

Jack Vance

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The author feels that at his advanced age, having a lot of money wouldn't bring him any new experiences or desires, especially since he no longer travels or seeks material things. Instead, he would pass the money on to his son, hoping his son could benefit from it and enjoy life in ways he no longer can.

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