Well, I’d disagree. When I hear “greatest writer ever,” literary merit is certainly a factor, but I also think of things associated with the “greatness” side of the phrase, like impact on culture, fame, and innovation. But I upvoted the post because I think there’s a good point about this being such received wisdom.
Well, I’d disagree. When I hear “greatest writer ever,” literary merit is certainly a factor, but I also think of things associated with the “greatness” side of the phrase, like impact on culture, fame, and innovation. But I upvoted the post because I think there’s a good point about this being such received wisdom.