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“Those were all big Words, to be sure, but as has been said, September read often, and liked it best when Words did not pretend to be simple, but put on their full armor and rode out with colors flying." - Valente, The Girl Who Circumnavigated Fairyland in a Ship of her own making.” quote by Cathrynne M. Valente
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““Those were all big Words, to be sure, but as has been said, September read often, and liked it best when Words did not pretend to be simple, but put on their full armor and rode out with colors flying." - Valente, The Girl Who Circumnavigated Fairyland in a Ship of her own making.””

Cathrynne M. Valente

About This Quote

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

A celebration of complex, vivid language that refuses simplicity, urging readers to embrace full, colorful expression.

In simple terms: Advocates rich, elaborate language over simple words.

Key Takeaway

Embrace full, expressive language.

Themes

Literature Language Creativity Expression Fantasy

Mood

reflective inspirational

Type

Big words:1 Language:1 Words Did:0 Said September:0 September Read:0 Valente Girl:0 Circumnavigated Fairyland:1

When to use this quote

  • Writing workshops
  • Literary analysis
  • Creative writing

Key Concepts

Narrative style Word choice Imagery

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why is complexity valuable in storytelling?
  • How does language shape imagination?
A Different Perspective

Complex language may alienate some readers.

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