“We must not judge of the merit of a work by the number of its pages.”
What this quote means
The value of a work is not measured by its volume but by its density. A short text can be infinitely rich, while a long one can be empty. This maxim invites us to judge substance over form, and to value quality over quantity. It applies to literature and life: what matters is not duration but intensity.
How to apply it daily
In your next reading, evaluate the depth of ideas rather than the number of pages.
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