What we want is to see the child in pursuit of knowledge, and not knowledge in pursuit of the child.
George Bernard ShawRead
The road to ignorance is paved with good editors.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Good intentions in editing can sometimes lead to a lack of understanding and knowledge.
This quote suggests that when editors prioritize making content palatable or appealing over providing accurate information, they contribute to a collective ignorance. Shaw implies that a focus on style and ease of reading can undermine the depth and truth of the content being edited.
Themes
IgnoranceEditingKnowledgeTruthUnderstanding
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about the importance of factual reporting in journalism.
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