Bigs Quote by Fernando Pessoa
“If I had written King Lear, I would regret it all my life afterwards. Because that work is so big, that its defects show as huge, its monstrous defects, things even minimal in between some scenes and their possible perfection. It's not the sun with spots; it's a broken greek statue.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Reflections on Shakespeare, 1935
Regret over attempting a masterpiece like King Lear, fearing its flaws become magnified, likening it to a broken statue.
In simple terms: Attempting great works risks exposing flaws.
Key Takeaway
Accept imperfection in ambitious projects.
Themes
art
perfection
self‑critique
Mood
thoughtful
somber
Type
philosophical
critical
When to use this quote
- publishing a novel
- stage productions
- art criticism
Key Concepts
legacy
creative risk
human limitation
Questions to Reflect On
- Are you afraid of creating something imperfect?
- How do you balance ambition with humility?
A Different Perspective
Perfectionism can stifle creation.
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