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“I shall write something beautiful, profound… I have of late, yet wherfore I know not… Wait…that is Shakespeare…ummm… I know… I went to the woods because I wanted to live… Wait…that is Thoreau… Dammit! Umm… How about, The simple, Truth, Of me, I Love You.” quote by Eric Nickel
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“I shall write something beautiful, profound… I have of late, yet wherfore I know not… Wait…that is Shakespeare…ummm… I know… I went to the woods because I wanted to live… Wait…that is Thoreau… Dammit! Umm… How about, The simple, Truth, Of me, I Love You.”

Eric Nickel

About This Quote

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

The writer struggles with originality, borrowing from Shakespeare and Thoreau, then seeks a simple truth of love.

In simple terms: The author wrestles with copying great writers, then finds a simple truth: love.

Key Takeaway

Seek authentic expression beyond imitation.

Themes

creativity authenticity love self‑discovery

Mood

introspective hopeful

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • writing
  • artistic creation
  • self‑reflection

Key Concepts

literary influence personal voice

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you find your unique voice?
  • What truth do you want to express?
A Different Perspective

Imitation may hinder originality.

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