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“It is, of course, a trifle, but there is nothing so important as trifles.” quote by Arthur Conan Doyle
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“It is, of course, a trifle, but there is nothing so important as trifles.”

Arthur Conan Doyle

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Lost World, 1912

Seemingly trivial details can hold great significance, so they should not be dismissed.

In simple terms: Small things can be very important.

Key Takeaway

Pay attention to details.

Themes

attention detail importance trifles perception

Mood

thoughtful analytical

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • investigative work
  • daily planning
  • creative writing

Key Concepts

Philosophy literary observation

Questions to Reflect On

  • What trivial detail changed your view?
  • When have you ignored a small clue?
A Different Perspective

Risk of over‑analyzing minor issues.

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