Fingers Quote by Elie Wiesel
“When I have my manuscript finished, more or less, I type it myself, with two fingers. I type fast with two fingers. And then when it's ready, I reread, recorrect, and retype it. Everything is my own work. I do not give it to secretaries or to typists.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Oral History, The Holocaust Museum, 1995
The author emphasizes personal involvement in every stage of writing, insisting on doing all typing and revisions himself to maintain authenticity.
In simple terms: He types and revises his own work to keep it authentic.
Key Takeaway
Do everything yourself to ensure authenticity.
Themes
authenticity
self-reliance
craftsmanship
Mood
proud
determined
reflective
Type
process
personal
creative
When to use this quote
- writing a manuscript
- editing a draft
- producing a report
- creating a personal diary
Key Concepts
personal responsibility
manual labor
creative control
Questions to Reflect On
- How does personal involvement affect the quality of a work?
- When is it appropriate to delegate tasks?
A Different Perspective
Relying solely on self-typing can be time‑consuming and limit productivity.
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