These questions of taste, of feeling, of inheritance, need no settlement. Every one carries his own inch-rule of taste, and amuses himself by applying it, triumphantly, wherever he travels.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Personal taste is subjective and varies from person to person.
- In plain terms
- Everyone has their own standards for what they like.
- What can you take from it?
- Respect differing opinions on taste and style.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What defines your taste?
- Do objective standards exist?
Another view
Some standards of taste are culturally shared.
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