There are, it is true, at present no great prizes in…
“There are, it is true, at present no great prizes in literature such as are offered by the learned professions, but there are quite as many small ones - competences; while, on the other hand, it is not so much of a lottery.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Literature lacks big prizes but offers many small competencies; success isn’t purely luck.
In simple terms: Literature offers small rewards, not big prizes; success isn’t luck.
Focus on skill development over fame.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- publishing
- academic awards
- personal fulfillment
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What small competencies matter most to you?
- How do you measure success in writing?
Big prizes can still motivate.