Balance Quote by Christian Nestell Bovee
“The method of the critic is to balance praises with censure, and thus to do justice to the subject and--his own discrimination.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Essays and Reflections, 1845
Critics should balance praise and criticism to fairly evaluate a work.
In simple terms: Balance praise with critique for fairness.
Offer both commendation and constructive feedback.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- literary reviews
- art critiques
- performance assessments
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you ensure balanced feedback?
- When is praise more effective than criticism?
Over‑emphasis on one side can bias judgment.