Quote by Lord Chesterfield

To have frequent recourse to narrative betrays great want of imagination.

To have frequent recourse to narrative betrays great want of

Summary

This quote implies that relying too heavily on storytelling as a means of communication signifies a lack of creativity. It suggests that someone who continuously resorts to narratives lacks the ability to convey ideas or arguments using different approaches. In essence, the quote emphasizes the importance of diversifying the methods of communication and expressing oneself beyond a reliance on storytelling alone.

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