Bombast Quote by Horace Walpole
““There is no bombast, no similes, flowers, digressions, or unnecessary descriptions. Everything tends directly to the catastrophe.””
About This Quote
Source Letter: Correspondence with Sir William Jones, 1765
Avoid ornamental language; keep writing direct to convey impending disaster.
In simple terms: Write plainly, avoid unnecessary flourishes.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize clarity over decoration.
Themes
clarity
style
communication
Mood
analytical
critical
Type
instructional
literary
When to use this quote
- academic papers
- journalistic reports
- technical manuals
- creative writing
Key Concepts
rhetoric
literary criticism
Questions to Reflect On
- When does embellishment enhance meaning?
- Can brevity always convey urgency?
A Different Perspective
Simplicity may limit artistic expression.
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