Max Aitken, 1st Baron Beaverbrook quotes

Max Aitken, 1st Baron Beaverbrook was a Canadian-British newspaper publisher, businessman, and politician. Renowned for his influence in both media and government, he played a key role in British politics during both world wars. He became especially well known for his work as Minister of Aircraft Production during World War II. Here are 6 of his quotes:

Business is more exciting than any game.

Max Aitken, 1st Baron Beaverbrook

Buy old masters. They fetch a better price than old mistresses.

Max Aitken, 1st Baron Beaverbrook

The British electors will not vote for a man who does not wear a hat.

Max Aitken, 1st Baron Beaverbrook

Often undecided whether to desert a sinking ship for one that might not float, he would make up his mind to sit on the wharf for a day.

Max Aitken, 1st Baron Beaverbrook

I suppose I will go on selling newspapers until at last will come the late night final.

Max Aitken, 1st Baron Beaverbrook