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A novel must be exceptionally good to live as long as the average cat
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"A novel must be exceptionally good to live as long as the average cat"

- Lord Chesterfield

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This quote by Lord Chesterfield is a reflection on the longevity of a novel. He is suggesting that an unique need to be of extraordinary quality in order to stay relevant and remembered for as long as the typical life-span of a feline. This suggests that the typical book is quickly forgotten and does not stand the test of time. Lord Chesterfield is recommending that an unique need to be of a greater quality than the average in order to be remembered and appreciated for a longer period of time. This quote is a suggestion to authors that they should make every effort to create works of remarkable quality in order to be remembered and valued for several years to come. It is also a suggestion to readers that they need to seek out works of remarkable quality in order to ensure that they read something that will stand the test of time.

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United Kingdom Flag This quote is written / told by Lord Chesterfield between September 22, 1694 and March 24, 1773. He was a famous Statesman from United Kingdom. The author also have 60 other quotes.

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