Sometimes criticism is too obvious

Sometimes criticism is too obvious, and when it just points out what’s certain, it can give a false impression. An example is that little-known author, overlooked compared to other figures of his time, but whose pages clearly reveal his original effort. To convey a fair image of his work, critics must highlight this rare quality, which enhances the whole and overshadows the flaws. In such cases, if a few words are to be said, it is much better to limit them to what is unusual.