Admire Quote by Paul Auster
“I met Peter Brook, the theater director, who's been based in Paris for many years at the Bouffes du Nord. I admire him tremendously. Some years ago, he was in New York, and he gave an interview with The Times, and what he said was this: "In my work, I try to capture the closeness of the everyday and the distance of myth. Because, without the closeness, you can't be moved, and without the distance, you can't be amazed." Isn't that extraordinary?”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Times, date unknown
The quote contrasts everyday intimacy with mythic distance, suggesting art must balance relatable detail and grand imagination.
In simple terms: Art needs both familiar closeness and awe‑inspiring myth.
Key Takeaway
Blend ordinary detail with epic scope.
Themes
art
myth
imagination
balance
Mood
reflective
inspired
Type
philosophical
creative
When to use this quote
- theater productions
- film scripts
- novel writing
- visual art
- music composition
Key Concepts
narrative theory
aesthetic tension
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you keep myth accessible?
- What everyday moments can become mythic?
A Different Perspective
Focusing too much on myth can alienate audiences.
