Novel Quote by Michael Ondaatje
“You're getting everyone's point of view at the same time, which for me, is the perfect state for a novel: a cubist state, the cubist novel.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Art of the Novel, 2009
Simultaneously hearing many perspectives creates a fragmented, cubist narrative style.
In simple terms: Multiple views form a cubist novel.
Key Takeaway
Embrace diverse viewpoints in storytelling.
Themes
creativity
perspective
novel
cubism
Mood
experimental
thoughtful
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- writing workshops
- creative brainstorming
- multimedia projects
- team storytelling
Key Concepts
Narrative theory
postmodernism
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance many voices?
- What techniques keep a cubist narrative clear?
A Different Perspective
Too many viewpoints may confuse readers.
