Doctor Haenle. It is often a good thing for the persecuted, provided he can spare the time—how does that strike you, Herr Marx?
Karl Marx. I fully agree in the sentiment. There seems to be an Eternal Spirit of Wisdom that guides man and things, and this Spirit cares only for the end.
Frau Holthoff. Nature's solicitude is for the race, not the individual.
Karl Marx. Exactly so!
Herr Holthoff. Get that in your forthcoming book, Brother Marx, and give credit to the Madame.
Karl Marx. I surely will. Most of my original thoughts I get from my friends.
Herr Holthoff. You may not be so grateful when the book is published.
Karl Marx. You mean I may sing the Pilgrims' Chorus with Richard across the border?
Herr Holthoff. Yes; the government is growing very sensitive.
Doctor Haenle. Which has nothing to do with the publication of Das Kapital—eh, Herr Marx?