Books Quote by Benjamin Disraeli
“Nine-tenths of the existing books are nonsense and the clever books are the refutation of that nonsense.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Parliamentary Address, 1865
Many books lack substance; the truly clever ones dismantle that nonsense.
In simple terms: Most books are nonsense; clever ones refute them.
Key Takeaway
Seek works that challenge emptiness.
Themes
literature
criticism
intellectualism
Mood
thoughtful
inquisitive
Type
critical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- reading
- education
- research
- debate
Key Concepts
philosophy
logic
critical thinking
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you identify valuable literature?
- What criteria define a 'clever' book?
A Different Perspective
Not all books are valuable; discernment required.
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