Cunning Quote by Francis Bacon
“Reading maketh a full man; and writing an axact man. And, therefore, if a man write little, he need have a present wit; and if he read little, he need have much cunning to seem to know which he doth not.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Essays, 1625
Advocates that reading and writing together develop a well-rounded intellect; neglecting either leads to superficiality.
In simple terms: Reading and writing make a complete person.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate both reading and writing habits.
Themes
education
intellect
balance
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- academic study
- creative writing
- self‑education
Key Concepts
humanities
critical thinking
Questions to Reflect On
- How does writing reinforce reading comprehension?
- What habits can you develop to read and write more?
A Different Perspective
May overemphasize formal learning over experiential knowledge.
