Concise Quote by Laurence Sterne
“A good simile,--as concise as a king's declaration of love.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Tristram Shandy, 1759
Compares a simile’s brevity to a king’s clear declaration of love.
In simple terms: A short comparison can be as clear as royal vows.
Key Takeaway
Use concise imagery.
Themes
creativity
language
clarity
Mood
playful
witty
Type
literary
educational
When to use this quote
- writing
- teaching
- public speaking
Key Concepts
Literary devices
rhetoric
humor
Questions to Reflect On
- When does a simile enhance meaning?
- How can brevity improve persuasion?
A Different Perspective
May be too informal for formal contexts.
