I am well-nigh resolv'd to write no more tales but merely…
“I am well-nigh resolv'd to write no more tales but merely to dream when I have a mind to, not stopping to do anything so vulgar as to set down the dream for a boarish Publick.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
He prefers dreaming over vulgar, public storytelling.
In simple terms: Dreaming is pure; writing is vulgar.
Key Takeaway
Value inner imagination over external validation.
Themes
creativity
artistic integrity
solitude
Mood
melancholic
introspective
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- creative writing
- private journaling
- artistic retreats
Key Concepts
imagination
literary theory
personal authenticity
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “vulgar” mean in art?
- How can private dreams become public works?
A Different Perspective
May neglect audience engagement.