Acknowledgment Quote by Charlotte Brontë
““words both of acknowledgment and miscellaneous remark. My thanks are due in three quarters. To the Public, for the indulgent ear it has inclined to a plain tale with few pretensions. To the Press, for the fair field its honest suffrage has opened to an obscure aspirant.””
About This Quote
Source Letter: Personal correspondence, 1840s
The writer expresses gratitude to the public and press for their openness and support, acknowledging their role in giving a voice to an unknown writer.
In simple terms: Thanks for giving a platform.
Key Takeaway
Appreciate supportive audiences and media.
Themes
gratitude
recognition
literary ambition
Mood
reflective
grateful
Type
literary
appreciative
When to use this quote
- publishing debut
- public readings
- media interviews
- literary contests
Key Concepts
public discourse
media influence
Questions to Reflect On
- How does acknowledgment affect your confidence?
- What responsibilities come with a platform?
A Different Perspective
Public may not always be receptive.
