Quote by Samuel Johnson

It is strange that there should be so little reading in the world, and so much writing. People in general do not willingly read, if they can have any thing else to amuse them.

It is strange that there should be so little reading in the

Summary

This quote suggests that it is curious how there is a lack of readers compared to the abundance of writers. It highlights that many individuals are not inclined to read unless they have no other form of entertainment available. The quote implies that reading is not the preferred choice for leisure activities, indicating a possible preference for more visually stimulating or interactive forms of amusement.

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By Samuel Johnson

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