Quote by Voltaire (FrançoisMarie Arouet)

It is far better to be silent than merely to increase the quantity of bad books.


It is far better to be silent than merely to increase the qu

Summary

This quote suggests that it is more valuable to remain silent than to contribute to the production of numerous poor-quality books. It implies that by choosing not to speak or write, one can avoid adding to the already abundant collection of low-quality literature. It can be seen as a call for individuals to prioritize the quality of their contributions, emphasizing the importance of thoughtful and meaningful work over simply adding to the volume of mediocre content.

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By Voltaire (FrançoisMarie Arouet)
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