Books Quote by Thornton Wilder
“Literature is the orchestration of platitudes.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Our Town, 1938
The speaker suggests that literature often strings together common truths, implying a lack of originality.
In simple terms: Literature is a collection of familiar ideas.
Key Takeaway
Seek fresh perspectives beyond clichés.
Themes
literature
platitude
originality
Mood
critical
inquisitive
Type
analytical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- novel writing
- poetry
- critical essays
Key Concepts
writing
creative expression
Questions to Reflect On
- What makes a platitude feel new?
- How can you subvert common tropes?
A Different Perspective
Even familiar ideas can be reimagined creatively.
