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“All writing is pigshit.” quote by Antonin Artaud
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““All writing is pigshit.””

Antonin Artaud

About This Quote

Source Essay: The Theatre and Its Double, 1938

Writing is often dismissed as worthless or vulgar.

In simple terms: Writing can be seen as trash.

Key Takeaway

Critique the value of creative work.

Themes

art critique valuation

Mood

skeptical provocative introspective

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • publishing
  • education
  • creative workshops

Key Concepts

literary merit censorship artistic expression

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why do we devalue certain forms of expression?
  • How can we reframe writing’s worth?
A Different Perspective

Dismissal may ignore deeper significance.

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