Quote by Virginia Woolf

It is the nature of the artist to mind excessively what is said about him. Literature is strewn with the wreckage of men who have minded beyond reason the opinions of others.

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Summary

This quote highlights the inherent vulnerability and sensitivity of artists towards criticism and public opinion. Artists often place great value on their reputation and how their work is perceived, sometimes to an extreme degree. The quote suggests that in literature, there are numerous instances of artists who have suffered because they placed too much importance on the judgments of others, leading to their downfall or the destruction of their creativity. It serves as a cautionary reminder for artists to strike a balance between acknowledging feedback and maintaining their artistic integrity.

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By Virginia Woolf

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