Part of a truth presented so prominently that it shadows the

Quote★★★★

Nothing conveys a more inaccurate idea of a whole truth than a part of a truth so prominently brought forth as to throw the other parts into shadow. This is the art of caricature, by which you might caricature the Apollo Belvidere.

— Bulwer

Bulwer

The point

Part of a truth presented so prominently that it shadows the rest is the art of caricature; incomplete truths distort reality like caricature distorts a beautiful sculpture.

Audience

Adults

Tone

Thoughtful · Challenging

To tell aloud

under a minute · 42 words

Subjects

Perspective Caricature Truth Integrity Discernment

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