Books Quote by William Golding
“Of the authors writing in English, I'd mention Shakespeare and Milton. But all this is terribly high-hat and makes me sound very po-faced, I'm afraid; however, I just happen to like these enormous, swinging, great creatures.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: BBC Radio 4, "The World of Literature", 1975
The speaker admires Shakespeare and Milton, acknowledging their lofty style yet expressing personal fondness for their grand, dynamic works.
In simple terms: I like Shakespeare and Milton despite their high style.
Key Takeaway
Embrace great works even if they seem pretentious.
Themes
literature
personal taste
artistic admiration
Mood
reflective
appreciative
Type
analytical
personal.
When to use this quote
- academic discussion
- personal reading
- teaching literature
- writing criticism
Key Concepts
highbrow
dramatic
classical
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you avoid works that seem pretentious?
- How does personal taste override perceived pretentiousness?
A Different Perspective
Their complexity can alienate some readers.
