Army Quote by Virginia Woolf
“I like books whose virtue is all drawn together in a page or two. I like sentences that don't budge though armies cross them.”
About This Quote
Compact, powerful prose can convey profound ideas without needing expansive exposition.
In simple terms: Brevity can hold great depth.
Key Takeaway
Short, dense writing packs impact.
Themes
literature
conciseness
style
impact
craft
Mood
introspective
appreciative
Type
literary critique
observation
When to use this quote
- editing a short story
- creating a powerful tagline
- teaching concise writing
Key Concepts
writing technique
Practical Applications
- creative writing courses
- editing workshops
Questions to Reflect On
- What techniques make a sentence resist being overwhelmed by larger narratives?
- How does brevity affect reader engagement?
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