Quote by Samuel Johnson

I would rather be attacked than unnoticed. For the worst thing you can do to an author is to be silent as to his works.

I would rather be attacked than unnoticed. For the worst thi

Summary

This quote suggests that as an author, it is better to have one's work criticized or challenged than to be completely ignored. Being attacked means that at least someone is paying attention and engaging with the author's ideas or creations. It implies that silence or indifference towards an author's work is more damaging, as it fails to recognize or acknowledge their efforts. The quote highlights the importance of feedback, even if it is negative, as it demonstrates that the author's work has sparked some kind of reaction or conversation.

Topics

Work Obscurity Apathy Writing Literary Criticism

By Samuel Johnson

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