According to the speaker, although humans must earn a living, they are disinterested in A.
pursuing spiritual pursuits
B.
upholding nobility and tradition
C.
staying free from cold and hunger
D.
earning a living by connecting with the earth
E.
learning the value of money

(from Life Without Principle
by Henry David Thoreau)

What is implied in this sentence from mark twain's "the £1,000,000 bank-note"? i was puzzled, and wanted to discuss the matter a little further, but they didn't; so i took my leave, feeling hurt and insulted to be made the butt of what was apparently some kind of a practical joke, and yet obliged to put up with it, not being in circumstances to resent affronts from rich and strong folk.