Quote by Seneca (Seneca the Elder)

When an author is too meticulous about his style, you may presume that his mind is frivolous and his content flimsy.

When an author is too meticulous about his style, you may pr

Summary

This quote suggests that when an author focuses excessively on their writing style, it often indicates that their thoughts or ideas lack substance or depth. It implies that overly meticulous attention to style may be used to compensate for a lack of substantial content, as the author prioritizes superficiality over meaningful substance. Overall, it discourages excessive preoccupation with style, implying that true value lies in the depth of ideas rather than the flashy presentation.

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By Seneca (Seneca the Elder)

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