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Century Quote by Jack Kirby

“Superman is going to live forever. They'll be reading Superman in the next century when you and I are gone. I felt, in that respect, I was doing the same thing. I wanted to be known. I wasn't going to sell a comic that was going to die quickly.” quote by Jack Kirby
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“Superman is going to live forever. They'll be reading Superman in the next century when you and I are gone. I felt, in that respect, I was doing the same thing. I wanted to be known. I wasn't going to sell a comic that was going to die quickly.”

Jack Kirby

About This Quote

Source Interview: 1970s Comic Industry Talk, Jack Kirby

He wants his legacy to endure beyond his life, aiming for lasting fame through his work.

In simple terms: Desires eternal impact through creation.

Key Takeaway

Create work that outlives you.

Themes

legacy immortality creativity

Mood

inspirational determined

Type

legacy motivational

When to use this quote

  • comic publishing
  • artistic projects
  • personal branding

Key Concepts

cultural impact self‑expression future relevance

Questions to Reflect On

  • What will your work mean to future generations?
  • How can you ensure your message endures?
A Different Perspective

Fame can be fleeting; lasting influence requires relevance to future audiences.

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