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?
Arthur Conan DoyleRead
Art in the blood is liable to take the strangest forms.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Art can manifest in unexpected ways when it is deeply rooted in one's nature.
Arthur Conan Doyle suggests that when creativity and artistic inclination are inherent in a person's being, the expressions of that art can be unpredictable and unique. This highlights the profound connection between a person's identity and their artistic output, emphasizing that true artistry is often a reflection of the complexities within the individual.
Themes
ArtCreativityExpressionIdentityIndividuality
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about the importance of embracing creativity, one might say, 'As Arthur Conan Doyle said, art in the blood is liable to take the strangest forms.'
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