Certain Quote by Frances Brooke
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“Don’t you love quotations? I am immensely fond of them; a certain proof of erudition… [I]f you should happen to write an insipid poem... send it to me, and my fiat shall crown you with immortality.”
About This Quote
Source Play: The Quotation Game, 1725
Quotations are treasured as signs of learning; they can elevate even the simplest poem to lasting fame.
In simple terms: Quotes show learning; they can make simple poems famous.
Key Takeaway
Use quotes to enrich your writing and gain recognition.
Themes
literature
ego
recognition
Mood
playful
confident
Type
advice
humorous
When to use this quote
- writing workshops
- literary contests
- social media posts
Key Concepts
rhetoric
self‑presentation
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you rely too much on quotes?
- How can you balance originality with citation?
A Different Perspective
Overreliance on quotes may mask original thought.
