It has always seemed to me that so long as you produce your dramatic effect, accuracy of detail matters little. I have never striven for it and I have made some bad mistakes in consequence. What matter if I hold my readers?
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I trust that age doth not wither nor custom stale my infinite variety.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the timeless nature of true variety and richness in character, suggesting that age and familiarity do not diminish one's uniqueness or appeal.
Arthur Conan Doyle's quote reflects on the idea that true diversity and richness of experience remain untouched by the passage of time or the familiarity that comes with repetition. It suggests that a person's qualities, talents, or the depth of their character do not fade or become mundane but instead retain their vibrancy and complexity even as they grow older or become more familiar.
Themes
VarietyAgeCharacterTimelessnessUniqueness
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about embracing personal growth and diversity in experiences.
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