Quote by Virginia Woolf

For masterpieces are not single and solitary births; they are the outcome of many years of thinking in common, of thinking by the body of the people, so that the experience of the mass is behind the single voice.

For masterpieces are not single and solitary births; they ar

Summary

This quote emphasizes that masterpieces are not created in isolation by one person, but are the result of collective thinking and shared experiences. It suggests that the ideas and perspectives of the masses influence and shape the voice of the individual artist or creator. It highlights the importance of community and collective wisdom in artistic and intellectual endeavors, suggesting that the true beauty and power of a masterpiece stem from the amalgamation of diverse thoughts and experiences.

By Virginia Woolf

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