Ashamed Quote by Anonymous
“I shall never be ashamed of citing a bad author if the line is good.”
About This Quote
Acknowledging a bad source is acceptable when its content is valuable.
In simple terms: Use good lines even from bad authors.
Key Takeaway
Value quality over reputation.
Themes
integrity
literature
critique
Mood
reflective
analytical
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- writing
- editing
- academic work
Key Concepts
evaluation
citation
quality control
Questions to Reflect On
- When is it justified to cite a weak author?
- How to assess line quality?
A Different Perspective
May encourage reliance on poor sources.
