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Arthur Guiterman

Arthur Guiterman was an American poet and humorist known for concise, witty verse. Reliable public details about his life are limited here, but his work often reflects practical wisdom and everyday judgment, as in the line about the carpenter and chips.

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Quotes by Arthur Guiterman

The carpenter is not the best who makes more chips than all the rest. — Arthur Guiterman

Skill Matters More Than Showy Busyness

Arthur Guiterman’s line overturns a common illusion: visible activity is not the same as genuine mastery. A carpenter who covers the floor with wood chips may look industrious, yet the proverb reminds us that the true me...

Created on: 5/11/2026