Books Quote by Howard Jacobson
“As for 'Great Expectations', it is up there for me with the world's greatest novels, not least as it vindicates plot as no other novel I can think of does, since what there is to find out is not coincidence or happenstance but the profoundest moral truth.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Literary Review, Howard Jacobson, 2005
Great Expectations uniquely reveals deep moral truths, not random events, making its plot especially powerful.
In simple terms: The novel shows profound moral truth.
Key Takeaway
Seek stories that reveal deeper meaning.
Themes
literature
morality
plot
meaning
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- reading groups
- teaching literature
- personal reflection
- writing inspiration
Key Concepts
novel analysis
philosophy
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What moral truth resonates most with you?
- How does plot shape moral insight?
A Different Perspective
Interpretations may vary;
