Bricks Quote by Mark Twain
“Let us guess that whenever we read a sentence & like it, we unconsciously store it away in our model-chamber; & it goes, with the myriad of its fellows, to the building, brick by brick, of the eventual edifice which we call our style.”
About This Quote
Reading shapes our inner voice; each sentence adds to the construction of our personal style.
In simple terms: Reading builds our style.
Key Takeaway
Read to develop your voice.
Themes
literature
self-expression
learning
Mood
inspired
thoughtful
Type
observational
inspirational
When to use this quote
- writing practice
- critical reading
- creative development
Key Concepts
cognitive development
identity formation
Questions to Reflect On
- How does reading influence your style?
- What balance between imitation and originality?
A Different Perspective
Overreliance on imitation can stifle originality.
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