Quote by Sir Richard Francis Burton

They lard their lean books with the fat of others work.

They lard their lean books with the fat of others work.

Summary

This quote implies that some individuals or authors take credit for the intellectual or creative efforts of others. It suggests that they add insignificant additions or embellishments to their own books, while relying heavily on the ideas and labor of others. The quote criticizes those who fail to engage in original thinking or genuine creativity, instead choosing to inflate their own works by utilizing the work of others. It highlights the dishonesty or laziness of these individuals and indicates that their works lack true substance or originality.

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Plagiarism

By Sir Richard Francis Burton

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