Altered Quote by Isaac D'Israeli
“Such do not always understand the authors whose names adorn their barren pages, and which are taken, too, from the third or the thirtieth hand. Those who trust to such false quoters will often learn how contrary this transmission is to the sense and application of the original. Every transplantation has altered the fruit of the tree; every new channel, the quality of the stream in its remove from the spring-head.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Literary History of England, 1824
Misattributed quotations distort original meaning and context.
In simple terms: False quotes mislead readers.
Key Takeaway
Verify sources before citing.
Themes
misinformation
authorship
interpretation
Mood
skeptical
critical
Type
educational
cautionary
When to use this quote
- academic writing
- public speaking
- media analysis
Key Concepts
citation integrity
historical context
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we ensure quote authenticity?
- What impact does misattribution have on credibility?
A Different Perspective
Accuracy suffers when quotes are detached from original intent.
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