Affected Quote by Edwin Percy Whipple
“Every style formed elaborately on any model must be affected and straight-laced.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: On Literary Style, 1845
Elaborate styles derived from models become rigid and overly formal.
In simple terms: Copying models leads to stiff, formal style.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate original expression.
Themes
style
originality
formality
Mood
analytical
educational
Type
literary
critical
When to use this quote
- writing workshops
- editing
- teaching literature
Key Concepts
literary criticism
aesthetics
creativity
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we balance influence and originality?
- What makes a style feel forced?
A Different Perspective
Strict adherence can stifle innovation.
