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Art Quote by James Branch Cabell

“Now, but these three," cried Jurgen, "are the glory of Philistia: and of all that Philistia has produced, it is these three alone, whom living ye made least of, that today are honored wherever art is honored, and where nobody bothers one way or the other about Philistia.” quote by James Branch Cabell
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““Now, but these three," cried Jurgen, "are the glory of Philistia: and of all that Philistia has produced, it is these three alone, whom living ye made least of, that today are honored wherever art is honored, and where nobody bothers one way or the other about Philistia.””

James Branch Cabell

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Nightmare Has No Name, James Branch Cabell, 1912

The speaker praises three works of Philistia as the pinnacle of its culture, suggesting true art honors the overlooked.

In simple terms: Celebrating overlooked cultural achievements.

Key Takeaway

Seek value in the underappreciated.

Themes

culture art recognition overlooked pride

Mood

curious appreciative

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • museum curation
  • academic study
  • personal discovery

Key Concepts

cultural heritage artistic merit historical context

Questions to Reflect On

  • What hidden gems deserve recognition?
  • How does culture define value?
A Different Perspective

May romanticize obscure works without broader relevance.

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