Good wine Quote by William Shakespeare
““If it be true that good wine needs no bush, 'tis true that a good play needs no epilogue; yet to good wine they do use good bushes, and good plays prove the better by the help of good epilogues.””
About This Quote
Source Play: The Merry Wives of Windsor, 1597
A good work stands on its own, but added elements can enhance its quality.
In simple terms: Good works can be fine alone, yet extra touches improve them.
Value both core merit and thoughtful enhancements.
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When to use this quote
- theatre productions
- film editing
- book publishing
- software releases
- marketing campaigns
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What additions truly improve a piece?
- When do extras become unnecessary?
Overreliance on additions may distract from the original strength.