What we want is to see the child in pursuit of knowledge, and not knowledge in pursuit of the child.
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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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