Discovery Quote by Edwidge Danticat
“After writing fiction for so long, I like the discovery element of nonfiction, in the sense that when you find the right information, it feels like gold.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Paris Review, 2020
Finding accurate facts in nonfiction can be as rewarding as striking gold, offering a thrill of discovery that fuels storytelling.
In simple terms: Finding facts feels like gold.
Seek truth, cherish discovery.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- writing nonfiction
- academic research
- documentary filmmaking
- historical investigation
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you verify that a fact is truly valuable?
- What methods keep discovery authentic?
The excitement can fade if facts are forced or misrepresented.