Highest Quote by Marie Corelli
“For though there never was so much reading matter put before the public, there was never less actual 'reading' in the truest and highest sense of the term than there is at present.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Reading Public, 1900s, null
She observes that despite abundant printed material, true deep reading has declined.
In simple terms: More books, less deep reading.
Key Takeaway
Encourage focused, reflective reading.
Themes
reading
culture
attention
depth
literacy
Mood
concerned
reflective
Type
critical
observational
When to use this quote
- education
- personal development
- media criticism
- library programs
- academic study
Key Concepts
information overload
shallow consumption
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we foster deeper engagement with texts?
- What habits reduce superficial reading?
A Different Perspective
Abundance of material does not guarantee comprehension.
