Books cannot always please, however good; Minds are not ever craving for their food.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Books may not satisfy everyone regardless of quality, as minds seek more than just intellectual nourishment.
- In plain terms
- Not every book will appeal to every reader, since people have different needs.
- What can you take from it?
- Do not expect universal approval for your work.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What does your work feed?
- Whose appetite matters?
Another view
It overlooks that quality often gains appreciation over time.
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