Annoying Quote by George Bernard Shaw
“In an article on Bunyan lately published in the "Contemporary Review" - the only article on the subject worth reading on the subject I ever saw (yes, thank you, I am familiar with Macaulay's patronizing prattle about "The Pilgrim's Progress") etc.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Contemporary Review, date unknown
The author praises a particular article as the sole worthwhile discussion on Bunyan, dismissing others.
In simple terms: Only one article is truly valuable.
Key Takeaway
Seek the best source.
Themes
literature
criticism
history
Mood
analytical
skeptical
Type
critical
academic
When to use this quote
- academic research
- literary study
- critical reading
Key Concepts
analysis
bias
Questions to Reflect On
- Why dismiss alternative viewpoints?
- What criteria define worthiness?
A Different Perspective
Other perspectives may also hold merit.
