Eccentricity Quote by Shirley Hazzard
![“. . . solitude, which is held to be cause of eccentricity, in fact imposes excessive normality, and least in public . . . [p. 7]” quote by Shirley Hazzard](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/f75/shirley-hazzard-9123_eccentricity_solitude-which-is-held-to-be-cause-of-ec_609362.jpg)
““. . . solitude, which is held to be cause of eccentricity, in fact imposes excessive normality, and least in public . . . [p. 7]””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Transit of Venus, 1964
Solitude can force conformity, especially in public settings.
In simple terms: Solitude may make you act normal.
Key Takeaway
Balance privacy with authenticity.
Themes
solitude
conformity
public image
Mood
thoughtful
introspective
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- creative work
- social gatherings
- online presence
Key Concepts
social pressure
identity
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we fear being odd?
- How can we stay true alone?
A Different Perspective
Solitude also nurtures creativity.
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![“I said, "Some people do know more than others. That contributes to the impression that someone, somewhere,knows the whole thing." [p. 38]” quote by Shirley Hazzard](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/b33/shirley-hazzard-9123_people-know_i-said-some-people-do-know-more-than-oth_287729.jpg)
