Quote by Philip Roth

The road to hell is paved with works-in-progress.

The road to hell is paved with works-in-progress.

Summary

This quote suggests that having good intentions or plans alone is not enough if they are not followed through and completed. It highlights the idea that unfinished projects or incomplete actions are fruitless and can be counterproductive. It serves as a reminder that progress and success require perseverance and the ability to see things through to completion. Merely starting something without the dedication to finish it can lead to undesirable outcomes or an unfulfilled state, symbolized here as "hell."

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By Philip Roth

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