Quote by Gustave Flaubert

The better a work is, the more it attracts criticism it is like the fleas who rush to jump on white linens.

The better a work is, the more it attracts criticism it is l

Summary

This quote suggests that when something is of high quality or excellence, it tends to invite more criticism. The comparison to fleas jumping onto white linens implies that criticism is inevitable and may even be motivated by envy or spite. Just as fleas are drawn to clean surfaces, criticism is drawn to outstanding works, possibly due to a desire to undermine or detract from their success. In a sense, this quote implies that criticism can be a measure of the greatness and impact of a work.

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By Gustave Flaubert

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