Attainment Quote by Ernest Hemingway
“For a true writer each book should be a new beginning, where he tries again for something that is beyond attainment.”
About This Quote
Source Literary Philosophy: Essay on Writing, 1950s
Each new book should be a fresh start, pushing beyond previous limits to seek unattainable goals.
In simple terms: Every book is a fresh challenge.
Key Takeaway
Embrace continual growth in writing.
Themes
growth
challenge
literary ambition
Mood
inspired
ambitious
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- starting a novel after a bestseller
- writing in a new genre
- overcoming writer’s block
Key Concepts
creative renewal
self‑transcendence
artistic evolution
Questions to Reflect On
- What new frontier will you explore in your next work?
- How do you define “beyond attainment”?
A Different Perspective
Perfectionism can hinder the willingness to start anew.
