Book Quote by Anonymous
“Every good book should be entertaining. A good book will be more; it must not be less. Entertainment…is like a qualifying examination. If a fiction can’t provide that, we may be excused from inquiring into its higher qualities.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Literary criticism, early 20th century
A book must entertain first; entertainment serves as a basic test before deeper qualities are examined.
In simple terms: Entertainment is the first test for a book.
Key Takeaway
Ensure a story engages readers early.
Themes
literature
entertainment
quality assessment
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- writing workshops
- editing
- publishing decisions
- book reviews
Key Concepts
aesthetic value
reader engagement
Questions to Reflect On
- What makes a story entertaining?
- When should depth outweigh fun?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on entertainment may ignore literary depth.
