The reason authors almost always put a dedication on a book, Annie, is because their selfishness even horrifies themselves in the end.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Authors dedicate books out of a mix of selflessness and hidden self-interest.
- In plain terms
- Even dedications show authors are focused on themselves.
- What can you take from it?
- Self-reflection reveals hidden selfish motives in our actions.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Why do we acknowledge others?
- What selfish drives your work?
Another view
Selfish motives can still lead to valuable public contributions.
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