Good Quote by Robert Graves
““What's remarkable about Shakespeare is that he really is very good, in spite of all the people who say he is very good.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The White Goddess, 1948
Shakespeare’s greatness persists despite critics, showing true merit end beyond opinion.
In simple terms: Great art endures despite criticism.
Key Takeaway
Focus on substance over praise.
Themes
art
criticism
legacy
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- school curricula
- theatre productions
- literary analysis
- public debates
Key Concepts
literature
reputation
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we trust popular opinion on art?
- How can we evaluate merit independently?
A Different Perspective
Some may argue that fame inflates perceived quality.
![“Well, the thing that I suppose is closest to my heart is Shakespeare. I really am a nerd about Shakespeare, I love it [laughs] and the reason why is because he’s one of the wisest, most compassionate writers in the course of Western literature, in the course of all literature. And he understood…” quote by Tom Hiddleston](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/104/tom-hiddleston-1633_books_well-the-thing-that-i-suppose-is-closest_177277.jpg)
