Common people Quote by John Banville
““The common people?—pah. What are they to us? You and I, mein Freund, we are lords of the earth, the great ones, the major men, the makers of supreme fictions.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: "The Book of Evidence", 1989
Critiques common people, elevating elite perspective as creators of grand narratives
In simple terms: The elite view themselves as creators of supreme stories
Key Takeaway
Question elitist self‑image and its impact
Themes
elitism
power
narrative control
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- political discourse
- media analysis
- class discussions
Key Concepts
literary criticism
social hierarchy
Questions to Reflect On
- How does elitist thinking affect societal narratives?
- What responsibilities come with shaping cultural stories?
A Different Perspective
May alienate broader readership
