Common denominator Quote by David Gustafson
““In this brutal world of incessantly exploding sound effects, pubescent song lyrics and banal advertisements appealing to the lowest common denominator, the trick is to take refuge with the very small band of survivors who savor words like chocolates.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Art of Writing, 2015
In a noisy, low‑brow culture, true pleasure comes from savoring carefully chosen words like a rare treat.
In simple terms: Enjoy precise language amid vulgar noise.
Key Takeaway
Seek out refined writing.
Themes
culture
language
refinement
Mood
contemplative
defensive
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- reading literary fiction
- writing poetry
- curating playlists
- discussing art
- teaching composition
Key Concepts
aesthetics
literary taste
cognitive pleasure
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you protect your mind from cheap noise?
- What words feel like chocolate to you?
A Different Perspective
Not everyone values or can access such refined language.
