Quote by W. Somerset Maugham

The trouble with young writers is that they are all in their sixties.

The trouble with young writers is that they are all in their

Summary

This quote satirically highlights the tendency for young writers to adopt a prematurity in their thoughts and perceptions. It playfully suggests that these writers often possess an advanced level of wisdom and insight that is typically associated with individuals who have experienced a long life. By distorting the conventional timeline of age and wisdom, the quote challenges the notion that youth is synonymous with inexperience and demonstrates that young writers are capable of offering profound perspectives beyond their years.

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By W. Somerset Maugham

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