<p>I believe that intelligence is a profound understanding of our world and universe that one is gifted with. That understanding can be developed; however some are already better-equipped than others. Mathematicians/scientists have an advantage when it comes to the natural, earthly matters of the world. Writers/philospohers and the like have an advantage when it comes to the less black-and-white side that equals humanity.</p>
<p>The representatives of the left hemisphere of the brain often get more recognition due to the fact that evaluation of their success is very clear. Those with right-brain intelligence get less due to the extreme subjectivity of human nature.</p>
<p>Also, I don’t necessarily think that the quality of writing is declining. There are infinite stories to be told and a fresh crop of Bronte’s will always be in supply. However, I do think that with the advances in communication the novelty of good writing is less recognizable. More degradation is heard. More subjectivity is surfaced. Writing isn’t as difficult to find, and diamonds in the rough are less likely to be rewarded or separated from the pack.</p>