Quote by Samuel Johnson

ESSAY A loose sally of the mind an irregular indigested piece not a regular and orderly composition.

ESSAY A loose sally of the mind an irregular indigested pie

Summary

This quote underscores the concept of a "loose sally of the mind," which refers to a spontaneous and unstructured flow of thoughts. It suggests that this form of expression lacks coherence and organization, standing in contrast to a well-structured and well-thought-out composition. By emphasizing the erratic nature of such writing, the quote emphasizes the importance of coherence and organization in conveying one's ideas effectively.

By Samuel Johnson

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