Apollinaire Quote by Roman Payne
““Apollinaire said a poet should be 'of his time.' I say objects of the Digital Age belong in newspapers, not literature. When I read a novel, I don’t want credit cards; I want cash in ducats and gold doubloons.””
About This Quote
The quote contrasts literary expectations with modern digital objects, suggesting that contemporary items belong in journalism rather than fiction.
In simple terms: Modern objects belong in news, not novels.
Key Takeaway
Recognize appropriate contexts for different media.
Themes
literature
digital age
media
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
analytical
commentary
When to use this quote
- writing
- publishing
- media analysis
- cultural criticism
Key Concepts
modernism
contextual relevance
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you decide what belongs in fiction versus journalism?
- What impact does media choice have on audience perception?
A Different Perspective
The statement may overgeneralize the role of literature.
