Quote by Edna Ferber

Writers should be read but not seen. Rarely are they a winsome sight.

Writers should be read but not seen. Rarely are they a winso

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This quote suggests that writers are best appreciated through their written works rather than in person. It implies that writers, though they possess exceptional skills in crafting words, may not possess captivating physical appearance or charm. The quote emphasizes the importance of focusing on the literary genius of writers and the power of their words, implying that their true worth lies in their written creations rather than in their presence as individuals.

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