Chance Quote by Arthur Conan Doyle
““Never trust to general impressions, my boy, but concentrate yourself upon details. My first glance is always at a woman's sleeve. In a man, it is perhaps better to take the knee of the trouser. Chance has put in our way a most singular and whimsical problem, and its solution is its own reward.””
About This Quote
Source Story: The Adventure of the Speckled Band by Arthur Conan Doyle, 1892
Pay attention to small details rather than vague impressions; they reveal truth.
In simple terms: Focus on details, not impressions.
Key Takeaway
Observe closely.
Themes
observation
detail
investigation
Mood
curious
analytical
Type
detective
literary
When to use this quote
- detective work
- research
- everyday problem solving
Key Concepts
critical analysis
attention to detail
Questions to Reflect On
- What details have you missed?
- How can you verify impressions?
A Different Perspective
Details may be misleading.
