Decline Quote by Dorothy L. Sayers
“On the strength of his literary output alone... any woman of sense would decline to tackle D.H. Lawrence at 1,000 pounds a night.”
About This Quote
The author suggests that a woman of sense would avoid attempting to write about D.H. Lawrence for a high fee, implying the work is unworthy or exploitative.
In simple terms: It warns against tackling D.H. Lawrence for money.
Key Takeaway
Avoid cheap literary exploitation.
Themes
literary criticism
gender
economics
authorship
value
Mood
skeptical
analytical
Type
literary
opinion
When to use this quote
- publishing contracts
- academic analysis
- creative writing workshops
Key Concepts
artistic integrity
market dynamics
authorial reputation
Questions to Reflect On
- Is the criticism about the author or the market?
- What value does literary analysis provide?
A Different Perspective
The statement may dismiss legitimate scholarly work on D.H. Lawrence.
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