Attention Quote by Philip Gilbert Hamerton
“Have you ever observed that we pay much more attention to a wise passage when it is quoted, than when we read it in the original author?”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Art of Observation, 1885
People notice quoted passages more than original texts.
In simple terms: Quotes attract more attention than originals.
Key Takeaway
Consider the impact of framing ideas.
Themes
communication
perception
literature
Mood
reflective
analytical
Type
philosophical
critical
When to use this quote
- teaching
- writing
- public speaking
Key Concepts
quotations
originality
attention bias
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we favor quoted material?
- How does quoting change meaning?
A Different Perspective
Original context can be lost when quoted.
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