Quote by Samuel Johnson

A man may be so much of every thing, that he is nothing of any thing.

A man may be so much of every thing, that he is nothing of a

Summary

This quote reflects the idea that someone who tries to be good at everything may end up being skilled in nothing specific. It suggests that spreading oneself too thin across various skills, interests, or activities can lead to mediocrity or a lack of mastery in any particular field. Instead, it implies the importance of focusing on one's talents, passions, or area of expertise in order to achieve true excellence or significance in a specific domain.

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