Dare Quote by Anthony Trollope
“Of Dickens' style it is impossible to speak in praise. It is jerky, ungrammatical, and created by himself in defiance of rules... No young novelist should ever dare to imitate the style of Dickens.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Art of the Novel, 1865
Dickens' unconventional style defies norms, making imitation risky.
In simple terms: Dickens' style is chaotic.
Respect unique literary voices.
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When to use this quote
- teaching
- writing
- literary criticism
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Should writers emulate masters?
- How to balance influence and originality?
Imitation may lose authenticity.