Quote by Samuel Johnson

I would rather be attacked than unnoticed. For the worst thing you can do to an author is to be silent as to his works. An assault upon a town is a bad thing; but starving it is still worse.

I would rather be attacked than unnoticed. For the worst thi

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of recognition and acknowledgement for an artist or writer. The speaker suggests that even negative attention or criticism is preferable to being completely ignored or forgotten. They draw a parallel between assaulting a town and starving it, implying that lack of attention or engagement with an author's works can be more damaging than outright criticism. In essence, the quote highlights the significance of active response and engagement with artists and their creations.

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By Samuel Johnson

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