Art Quote by Diane Setterfield
“Art, its completeness, its formedness, its finishedness, had no power to console. Words on the other hand, were a lifeline. They left their hushed rhythm behind, a counter to the slow in and out of Emmeline's breathing.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Thirteenth Tale by Diane Setterfield, 2006
Words can rescue where reality fails, offering connection and meaning.
In simple terms: Words help when life feels empty.
Seek expression through writing or conversation.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- grief
- creative block
- loneliness
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you turn words into action?
- What silence are you trying to fill?
Words alone may not solve practical problems.