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Mint Quote by Vladimir Nabokov

“Mindketten izgalmat kerestek a könyvekben, ahogyan a legjobb olvasók mindig is teszik; és mindketten kérkedést, unalmat és hitvány hazugságokat találtak oly sok híres műben.” quote by Vladimir Nabokov
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““Mindketten izgalmat kerestek a könyvekben, ahogyan a legjobb olvasók mindig is teszik; és mindketten kérkedést, unalmat és hitvány hazugságokat találtak oly sok híres műben.””

Vladimir Nabokov

About This Quote

The quote reflects on how readers seek excitement in books, while also finding boredom and trivial lies within famous works.

In simple terms: Readers look for excitement but also find boredom and trivialities in literature.

Key Takeaway

Seek depth beyond surface excitement in reading.

Themes

literature excitement disillusionment

Mood

analytical thoughtful

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • education
  • personal growth
  • creative writing
  • media criticism

Key Concepts

critical reading book clubs

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you differentiate between genuine depth and superficial hype?
  • What role does boredom play in appreciating literature?
A Different Perspective

Not all celebrated works fulfill the desire for profound meaning.

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