Our admiration of fine writing will always be in proportion to its real difficulty and its apparent ease.

Summary

This quote suggests that our appreciation for exceptional writing is directly linked to its level of difficulty and the illusion of effortless fluidity. While we may recognize and admire the skill in a piece of writing, our admiration is heightened when we understand the challenges behind creating such work and how seamlessly it appears. It emphasizes the idea that great writing requires both technical proficiency and the ability to make something complex appear effortlessly simple, resulting in a greater level of recognition and admiration from its audience.

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