Good authors Quote by Cole Porter
“Good authors, too, who once knew better words Now use only four-letter words Writing prose - Anything goes”
About This Quote
Source Song: "Anything Goes" (1934) lyrics
The poet critiques modern writers for abandoning rich language in favor of simple, limited vocabulary.
In simple terms: Criticism of oversimplified writing.
Key Takeaway
Value depth and variety in expression.
Themes
language
literature
authenticity
Mood
nostalgic
critical
Type
poetic
cautionary
When to use this quote
- creative writing
- editing
- teaching literature
- publishing
Key Concepts
semantic richness
artistic integrity
Questions to Reflect On
- When is simple language appropriate?
- How does word choice affect impact?
A Different Perspective
Simplicity can aid clarity for some audiences.
