Brevity Quote by George Eliot
““But I hasten to finish my story. Brevity is justified at once to those who readily understand, and to those who will never understand.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Middlemarch, 1871
Brevity serves those who understand and those who never will.
In simple terms: Shortness aids comprehension.
Key Takeaway
Use concise expression for clarity.
Themes
writing
brevity
audience
communication
Mood
reflective
educational
Type
literary
practical
When to use this quote
- teaching
- public speaking
- writing
- editing
Key Concepts
literary style
clarity
Questions to Reflect On
- When is detail essential?
- How does audience knowledge affect length?
A Different Perspective
Over‑brevity may omit nuance.
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