Quote by William Makepeace Thackeray

The two most engaging powers of a good author are to make new things familiar and familiar things new.

The two most engaging powers of a good author are to make ne

Summary

This quote suggests that a skilled author has the ability to captivate readers in two ways: by presenting new concepts and ideas in a way that feels familiar and relatable, and by shedding fresh light on familiar topics, making them feel new and exciting. It emphasizes the author's talent in making the unexplored feel comfortable, while also injecting novelty into what may seem mundane. This duality is what makes a good author's work captivating and engaging to readers.

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By William Makepeace Thackeray

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