Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

People do not deserve to have good writings; they are so pleased with the bad.

People do not deserve to have good writings; they are so ple

Summary

This quote suggests that people often have a preference for poor quality writings, indicating that they do not truly value or appreciate good writing. The statement implies that despite the presence of exceptional works, individuals seem content with subpar or mediocre writing. It indirectly criticizes the lack of discernment or standards when it comes to literary tastes and highlights the discrepancy between what people deserve (high-quality writings) and what they actually seem to prefer or accept (inferior writings).

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