The remarkable thing about Shakespeare is that he is really very good - in spite of all the people who say he is very good.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Shakespeare is genuinely talented, regardless of how many people claim he is good.
- In plain terms
- He is truly skilled even if many people say so.
- What can you take from it?
- True quality stands out on its own.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What makes talent obvious?
- Does praise help or hinder?
Another view
It assumes consensus on quality is always correct.
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