Quote by Edward Gibbon

The style of an author should be the image of his mind, but the choice and command of language is the fruit of exercise.

The style of an author should be the image of his mind, but

Summary

This quote suggests that an author's writing style should reflect their unique thoughts and perspective. It emphasizes that the ability to effectively use and control language, however, is achieved through continuous practice and refinement. In other words, while an author's writing style is a reflection of their inner thoughts, honing the skills necessary to express those thoughts effectively requires ongoing effort and experience.

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By Edward Gibbon

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