Right people Quote by Lynne Truss
““I’m sure people did question whether Italian printers were quite the right people to legislate on the meaning of everything; but on the other hand, resistance was obviously useless against a family that could invent italics.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Elements of Typographic Style, 1994
Points out that allowing printers to dictate language rules is absurd, highlighting the absurdity of authority over meaning.
In simple terms: Printers shouldn't decide language meaning.
Key Takeaway
Question authority in language matters.
Themes
language
authority
absurdity
Mood
analytical
humorous
Type
commentary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- publishing
- design
- education
- policy making
Key Concepts
typography
legislation
Questions to Reflect On
- Who decides language meaning?
- What are the limits of expertise?
A Different Perspective
Authority may lack expertise in cultural matters.
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