Book Quote by John James Audubon
“How could I make a little book, when I have seen enough to make a dozen large books?”
About This Quote
Source Letter: Personal correspondence, 19th century
He feels he has enough material for many large books, making a small book unnecessary.
In simple terms: Too much material for a short book.
Focus on larger projects.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- writing
- publishing
- research planning
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you decide project size?
- When is a concise work valuable?
Small projects can feel redundant when ideas abound.