Only a stomach that rarely feels hungry scorns common things.
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One gains universal applause who mingles the useful with the agreeable, at once delighting and instructing the reader.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote highlights the importance of balancing entertainment and education in writing.
Horace emphasizes that truly great writing is that which successfully combines both utility and enjoyment; it should not only convey important information or lessons but also engage and delight the audience. Such a combination of usefulness and agreeability leads to universal admiration and acclaim.
Themes
WritingEducationEntertainmentWisdomDelight
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be shared at a writing workshop to inspire participants to focus on both informative and enjoyable content.
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