Books Quote by Paul Auster
“For me, a paragraph in a novel is a bit like a line in a poem. It has its own shape, its own music, its own integrity.”
About This Quote
A paragraph can be as structured and musical as a poem, possessing its own distinct rhythm and integrity.
In simple terms: Paragraphs have shape, music, and integrity like poems.
Key Takeaway
Respect the craft of prose.
Themes
literature
structure
art
creativity
Mood
analytical
appreciative
Type
literary
creative
When to use this quote
- writing workshops
- literary analysis
- creative writing
Key Concepts
rhythm
integrity
form
expression
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you feel a paragraph's rhythm?
- What makes a prose piece feel musical?
A Different Perspective
Not all prose achieves poetic quality.
