Almost Quote by James Laughlin
“Often something comes in from which you can see that the person is good, the book may not be perfect as it is, and the person doesn't want to do a re-write. That's something we do almost nothing of.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Literary Criticism, 1975
We often overlook good authors because we demand perfection, rarely allowing for revision.
In simple terms: We ignore good work seeking perfection, rarely revising.
Key Takeaway
Accept imperfection and allow revisions.
Themes
perfectionism
criticism
revision
Mood
critical
inquisitive
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- editing
- publishing
- academic review
- artistic collaboration
Key Concepts
creative process
literary standards
Questions to Reflect On
- How does demanding perfection affect artistic growth?
- What benefits arise from revisiting work?
A Different Perspective
Perfectionism can stifle creativity.
