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What would be the good of rushing? You want these books to last.
Robert Caro
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Interpretation

What this quote means

Taking your time can lead to a more lasting and meaningful outcome.

This quote by Robert Caro emphasizes the importance of patience and careful deliberation in the pursuit of knowledge and achievement. Rushing through tasks, especially those of significant value, can lead to superficial outcomes that do not endure, while investing time allows for deeper understanding and lasting impact.

Themes

PatienceBooksLasting ImpactDeliberationWisdom

In practice

Example use cases

During a seminar on writing, this quote can be used to encourage aspiring authors to take their time with their work.

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