Quote by Johann von Goethe

He who does not expect a million readers should not write a line.

He who does not expect a million readers should not write a

Summary

This quote implies that if someone wants to write something, they must have the expectation that their work will be read by a large number of people. It suggests that unless one anticipates a significant readership, they shouldn't bother writing at all. It emphasizes the importance of having high aspirations and aiming for widespread recognition in order to justify the effort put into writing.

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By Johann von Goethe

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