Quote by Hesketh Pearson

Misquotation is, in fact, the pride and privilege of the learned. A widely-read man never quotes accurately, for the rather obvious reason that he has read too widely.

Misquotation is, in fact, the pride and privilege of the lea

Summary

This quote implies that misquotation is not a sign of ignorance, but rather a mark of sophistication and extensive knowledge. It suggests that those who have read extensively are likely to misquote because they have encountered such a vast array of information. The quote seems to suggest that a "widely-read" person may intentionally or unknowingly misquote due to their broad exposure to different ideas and perspectives. Therefore, misquotation becomes a privilege of those who possess knowledge and reflects their intellectual capabilities.

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By Hesketh Pearson

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