Arms Quote by Ernest Hemingway
“I rewrote the ending to 'Farewell to Arms,' the last page of it, thirty-nine times before I was satisfied.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: A Farewell to Arms, 1929
Hemingway repeatedly revised his novel’s ending, showing his dedication to narrative perfection.
In simple terms: He kept editing the ending until satisfied.
Key Takeaway
Persist in refining your work.
Themes
writing
perfectionism
creative process
authorial intent
Mood
determined
introspective
Type
creative
process‑oriented
When to use this quote
- writing workshops
- editing sessions
- personal projects
- publishing revisions
Key Concepts
revision
narrative closure
literary craft
Questions to Reflect On
- When is a work “good enough” to share?
- What criteria guide final revisions?
A Different Perspective
Endless revisions can stall progress if not balanced with completion.
