Art Quote by Edward St. Aubyn
““He had only just made the Elysian deadline; hanging onto the typescript until the last moment in case there was something still to be done; two sentences turned into one, one sentence broken into two, the substitution of a slightly resistant adjective to engender a moment’s reflection, in short, the joys of editing, all carried out without forgetting the art that disguises art.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Sea, the Sea by Edward St. Aubyn, 1998
Editing is a meticulous process that balances precision with creative nuance, revealing hidden meaning through careful revision.
In simple terms: Editing refines and reveals deeper meaning.
Key Takeaway
Embrace revision to uncover hidden depth.
Themes
writing
creativity
precision
reflection
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
literary
process
When to use this quote
- author
- editing
- creative process
- self‑editing
Key Concepts
literary craft
revisionary
Questions to Reflect On
- How does revision change your perception of a text?
- When does polishing become over‑refinement?
A Different Perspective
Over‑editing can stifle spontaneity.
