Quote by W. H. Auden

It takes little talent to see clearly what lies under one's nose, a good deal of it to know in which direction to point that organ.

It takes little talent to see clearly what lies under one's

Summary

This quote suggests that it is easy for people to observe things that are obvious or right in front of them. However, it requires a greater level of talent and discernment to know how to effectively utilize and direct one's perception. It implies that mere observation alone is insufficient; one must possess the ability to identify the significance or purpose behind what they see and make informed decisions about how to act upon it.

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