19th century Quote by Robert Stone
“I really, really wanted to write. I loved language. I loved literature. I loved reading. I never read a foreign language, I'm afraid, but I loved Flaubert. I loved the 19th-century classics. I love Thomas Hardy. I wanted to be a goof on a bus, but I wanted to write more.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The New Yorker, 1995
A passionate desire to write and love for literature, despite limited language experience, drives creative ambition.
In simple terms: Love for writing and classics fuels ambition.
Key Takeaway
Embrace your literary passions.
Themes
writing
literature
ambition
Mood
reflective
inspired
Type
personal
creative
When to use this quote
- writing workshops
- reading classic novels
- teaching literature
Key Concepts
creative drive
literary appreciation
Questions to Reflect On
- What literary tradition inspires you most?
- How can you expand language skills?
A Different Perspective
Limited language exposure may hinder broader perspective.
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