Quote by Arthur Balfour

He has only half learned the art of reading who has not added to it the more refined art of skipping and skimming.

He has only half learned the art of reading who has not adde

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This quote emphasizes the importance of not only reading, but also mastering the skills of skipping and skimming. Merely understanding the mechanics of reading is described as incomplete without the ability to effectively navigate through information and quickly extract key points. Skimming refers to glancing over a text to get a general understanding, while skipping involves selectively omitting less relevant sections. By incorporating these refined techniques alongside reading, one can enhance their overall comprehension and make the most efficient use of their time.

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