...we shall board our imagined ship and wildly sail among sacred islands of the mad till death shatters the fabulous stars and makes us real.
Sylvia PlathRead
Didn't you know I'm going to be the greatest, most entertaining author and artist in the world? Well, don't feel badly, I didn't either!
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote reflects the ambitious aspirations of an artist and acknowledges the uncertainty of achieving such greatness.
In this quote, Sylvia Plath confidently proclaims her intent to become an exceptional author and artist, while simultaneously expressing humility about not initially believing in this potential. It highlights the blend of ambition and self-doubt that often accompanies the pursuit of creative excellence.
Themes
AmbitionArtAuthorEntertainmentGreatness
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a motivational speech for aspiring authors.
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