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“The writers who have nothing to say, are the ones you can buy, the others have too high a price.” quote by Walter Lippmann
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“The writers who have nothing to say, are the ones you can buy, the others have too high a price.”

Walter Lippmann

About This Quote

Source Book: The Public Opinion, 1922

Writers lacking substance are cheap; those with depth command high price.

In simple terms: Quality writing is valuable, cheap writing is abundant.

Key Takeaway

Invest in thoughtful content.

Themes

literature value authenticity

Mood

critical analytical

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • publishing
  • content creation
  • editorial standards
  • pricing strategies

Key Concepts

market dynamics intellectual property

Questions to Reflect On

  • What defines literary worth?
  • How to balance accessibility with depth?
A Different Perspective

Not all readers value depth equally.

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