[gb]

I didn't read it is arrogance, he's contrasting the praise he was receiving at the time with his own opinion of Paul Rand's genuis.

[matthewgifford]

I agree. If anything, it's poorly worded. I think he's just observing what others think about him. And maybe his intention to make himself be seen as gifted.

[stevewillows]

Yeah -- i see that arrogance is the wrong word. The contrast brings that to light. Thanks