Quote by Virginia Woolf

Literature is strewn with the wreckage of those who have minded beyond reason the opinion of others.

Literature is strewn with the wreckage of those who have min

Summary

This quote suggests that an excessive concern for the opinions of others can lead to negative consequences in literature. It implies that many literary works have been ruined or diminished because their authors focused too much on satisfying and conforming to the expectations and judgments of others. By trying to meet the expected standards of society or please a certain audience, these writers may have sacrificed their unique perspectives, originality, and creative vision, ultimately compromising the quality and integrity of their work.

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By Virginia Woolf

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