The practice of 'reviewing'... in general has nothing in common with the art of criticism.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Reviewing often lacks the depth and insight required for true criticism.
- In plain terms
- Reviews are usually not the same as real criticism.
- What can you take from it?
- Reviewing and criticism are distinct activities.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What makes criticism better than reviewing?
- How do you judge art?
Another view
It dismisses the value of professional reviews.
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