Quote by Lord (George Gordon) Byron

Nothing so fretful, so despicable as a Scribbler, see what I am, and what a parcel of Scoundrels I have brought about my ears, and what language I have been obliged to treat them with to deal with them in their own way; -- all this comes of Authorship.

Nothing so fretful, so despicable as a Scribbler, see what I

Summary

This quote highlights the frustrations and negativity that can come from being a writer. The speaker refers to themselves as a "scribbler," implying a sense of self-deprecation. They express their aggravation at dealing with the negative criticism and interactions that come with being an author, describing the people attacking them as scoundrels. The speaker reluctantly admits to using harsh language in order to defend themselves and engage with their critics. They blame all these hardships on the act of being an author, suggesting that the challenges and unpleasant experiences stem from pursuing a writing career.

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By Lord (George Gordon) Byron

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