As writers become more numerous, it is natural for readers to become more indolent; whence must necessarily arise a desire of attaining knowledge with the greatest possible ease.

Summary

This quote suggests that as the number of writers increases, readers tend to become lazier in their reading habits. This is because the abundance of writers leads to an increase in easily accessible information, thereby creating a desire for effortless acquisition of knowledge. As readers have more options, they seek out the most convenient and efficient ways to gain knowledge, leading to a potential decline in the willingness to engage in more challenging or complex reading material.

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