Quote by George Bernard Shaw

No man can be a pure specialist without being in the strict sense an idiot.

No man can be a pure specialist without being in the strict

Summary

This quote suggests that being a highly specialized expert in one field without any knowledge or understanding in other areas makes a person narrow-minded and lacking perspective. It implies that true intelligence encompasses a breadth of knowledge and an ability to connect different fields. By stating that being a pure specialist makes one an "idiot," it emphasizes the importance of well-roundedness and the dangers of tunnel vision when it comes to intellectual pursuits.

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By George Bernard Shaw

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