Quote by Robertson Davies

Do not suppose, however, that I intend to urge a diet of classics on anybody. I have seen such diets at work. I have known people who have actually read all, or almost all, the guaranteed Hundred Best Books. God save us from reading nothing but the best.

Do not suppose, however, that I intend to urge a diet of cla

Summary

In this quote, the author highlights their disapproval of imposing a strict diet of classic literature on anyone. Drawing from personal experiences, they criticize the practice of solely focusing on renowned works. By sarcastically expressing their desire to be saved from exclusively reading the best books, the author suggests the importance of exploring a wider range of literature, encouraging readers to delve into diverse and eclectic literary forms and voices rather than confining themselves to a narrow selection.

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