Achievement Quote by Marion Meade
“The fierce ambitions of Carver Dana Andrews, son of a Baptist preacher, might well have been imagined by Horatio Alger, Jr.-- or Samuel Goldwyn-- but not the hidden costs behind those achievements. Carl Rollyson compassionately captures the man behind the movie star.”
About This Quote
Carver Dana Andrews’ ambition, rooted in a Baptist background, hides hidden costs, as captured compassionately.
In simple terms: Ambitious man’s hidden costs revealed.
Key Takeaway
Recognize unseen consequences of ambition.
Themes
ambition
achievement
cost
faith
history
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
Achievement:1
Ambition:1
Andrew:0
Baptists:0
Behinds:0
Capture:0
Carver:0
Cost:1
Fierce:0
Has beens:0
He man:0
Horatio:0
Men:0
Might:0
Motivation:0
Movie star:0
Preacher:0
Son:0
Stars:0
Wells:0
Carver Dana:0
Ambitions Carver:0
Dana Andrews:0
Compassionately Captures:0
When to use this quote
- career planning
- financial budgeting
- personal ethics
- legacy building
Key Concepts
sociology
psychology
economic analysis
Questions to Reflect On
- How to balance ambition and cost?
- What role does faith play?
A Different Perspective
Hidden costs may be ignored or minimized.
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