Quote by Thomas Carlyle

Writing is a dreadful labor, yet not so dreadful as Idleness.

Writing is a dreadful labor, yet not so dreadful as Idleness

Summary

This quote suggests that while writing can be difficult and challenging, it is still preferable to idleness or doing nothing. Writing may be laborious and demanding, requiring effort, discipline, and creativity. However, the quote implies that idleness is even more dreadful, as it suggests a lack of purpose, productivity, and personal growth. It highlights the importance of productive engagement and the value of investing time and effort into meaningful pursuits like writing, as opposed to wasting time in mindless inactivity.

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By Thomas Carlyle

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