Explaining is a difficult art. You can explain something…
“Explaining is a difficult art. You can explain something so that your reader understands the words; and you can explain something so that the reader feels it in the marrow of his bones. To do the latter, it sometimes isn't enough to lay the evidence before the reader in a dispassionate way. You have to become an advocate and use the tricks of the advocate's trade.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Effective explanation requires both clarity and emotional resonance, using advocacy techniques to engage readers deeply.
In simple terms: Explain clearly and make readers feel it.
Key Takeaway
Blend facts with storytelling to persuade.
Themes
communication
writing
empathy
advocacy
techniques
engagement
Mood
inspirational
thoughtful
Type
educational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- teaching
- public speaking
- content creation
- persuasive writing
Key Concepts
rhetoric
psychology
storytelling
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance evidence with feeling?
- What advocacy tricks enhance understanding?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on emotion can obscure factual accuracy.