We were to found a University magazine. A pair of little…
“We were to found a University magazine. A pair of little, active brothers-Livingstone by name, great skippers on the foot, great rubbers of the hands, who kept a book-shop over against the University building-had been debauched to play the part of publishers. We four were to be conjuct editors and, what was the main point of the concern, to print our own works; while, by every rule of arithmetic-that flatterer of credulity-the adventure must succeed and bring great profit. Well, well: it was a bright vision.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Describing youthful ambition to publish their own work, driven by optimism and a belief in success despite odds.
In simple terms: Young creators aim to publish despite challenges.
Key Takeaway
Pursue creative projects with confidence.
Themes
creativity
ambition
optimism
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
inspirational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- starting a magazine
- self‑publishing
- collaborative projects
Key Concepts
entrepreneurship
literature
Questions to Reflect On
- What risks are you willing to take for a creative vision?
- How can you balance optimism with practicality?
A Different Perspective
Financial and market realities may hinder success.