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But humankind doesn't give a damn ! The proof of it is…

“But humankind doesn't give a damn ! The proof of it is that in twenty-four years this novel has been collecting dust in libraries and no one, you hear me, no one has ever even talked to me about it. And that's perfectly normal because, as I told you, no one has read it.” quote by Amélie Nothomb
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““But humankind doesn't give a damn ! The proof of it is that in twenty-four years this novel has been collecting dust in libraries and no one, you hear me, no one has ever even talked to me about it. And that's perfectly normal because, as I told you, no one has read it.””

Amélie Nothomb

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

The author laments that a novel has been ignored for decades, reflecting on society’s indifference to literature.

In simple terms: The book is ignored, showing society’s apathy.

Key Takeaway

Promote reading and discuss overlooked works.

Themes

neglect literature societal apathy

Mood

frustrated hopeful

Type

critical literary

When to use this quote

  • library curation
  • book clubs
  • literary advocacy

Key Concepts

cultural criticism authorial frustration

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why do some books remain unread?
  • How can we revive interest in forgotten literature?
A Different Perspective

May generalize all readers’ attitudes.

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