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Lloyd Alexander

Lloyd Alexander was an American author best known for fantasy novels for young readers, including The Chronicles of Prydain. His work often explores craftsmanship, growth, and the lasting value of practice, as reflected in the quote.

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Quotes by Lloyd Alexander

Craftsmanship isn't like water in an earthen pot, to be taken out by the dipperful until it's empty. No, the more drawn out the more remains. — Lloyd Alexander

Craftsmanship Grows Richer the More It’s Used

Lloyd Alexander begins by rejecting a simple household image: water in a clay pot diminishes each time it is drawn. In doing so, he immediately reverses our normal assumptions about resources and effort.

Created on: 4/3/2026