Deliberation Quote by Arthur Quiller-Couch
“I am mistaken if a single epigram included fails to preserve at least some faint thrill of the emotion through which it had to pass before the Muse's lips let it fall, with however exquisite deliberation.”
About This Quote
Source Poetry: Collected Poems, Arthur Quiller-Couch, 1910
An epigram must retain a hint of the original emotion, even if crafted carefully.
In simple terms: Epigrams should keep some emotional spark.
Key Takeaway
Preserve emotion in brief writing.
Themes
creativity
emotion
conciseness
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
literary
inspirational
When to use this quote
- writing poetry
- editing short prose
- teaching literature
Key Concepts
Poetry
literary criticism
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance brevity and feeling?
- What emotions are essential to keep?
A Different Perspective
Even with care, brevity can strip depth.
