Knowing how things work is the basis for appreciation, and is thus a source of civilized delight

Quote by William Safire

Topics: Appreciation Quotes, Work Quotes

Have a definite opinion.

Have a definite opinion.

Knowing how things work is the basis for appreciation, and is thus a source of...

Knowing how things work is the basis for appreciation, and is thus a source of...

Never assume the obvious is true.

Never assume the obvious is true.

Last, but not least, avoid cliches like the plague.

Last, but not least, avoid cliches like the plague.

I think we all have a need to know what we do not need to...

I think we all have a need to know what we do not need to...

If you re-read your work, you can find on re-reading a great deal of repetition...

If you re-read your work, you can find on re-reading a great deal of repetition...

Is sloppiness in speech caused by ignorance or apathy? I don't know and I don't...

Is sloppiness in speech caused by ignorance or apathy? I don't know and I don't...

The right to do something does not mean that doing it is right.

The right to do something does not mean that doing it is right.

Knowing how things work is the basis for appreciation, and is thus a source of...

Knowing how things work is the basis for appreciation, and is thus a source of...