Quote by Samuel Johnson

A writer only begins a book. A reader finishes it.

A writer only begins a book. A reader finishes it.

Summary

This quote highlights the reciprocal relationship between a writer and a reader. It suggests that a writer's job is merely to initiate the creation of a book, setting the groundwork and providing the words on the page. However, it is the reader who truly completes the book by engaging with it, interpreting its meaning, and bringing it to life through their own imagination and understanding. In essence, this quote emphasizes the importance of the reader's active participation and interpretation in the process of experiencing and appreciating a literary work.

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By Samuel Johnson

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