I asked her to look at me and after a few moments - (pause) - after a few moments she did, but the eyes just slits, because of the glare I bent over her to get them in the shadow and they opened. (Pause. Low) Let me in.
Samuel BeckettRead
Nothing matters but the writing. There has been nothing else worthwhile... a stain upon the silence.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Writing is the most important aspect of existence, overshadowing everything else.
In this quote, Samuel Beckett emphasizes the paramount importance of writing in his life, suggesting that it is the only endeavor that holds true value. He expresses a sense of regret about all other pursuits, labeling them insignificant in comparison to the act of writing, which he sees as a meaningful expression that breaks the silence of existence.
Themes
WritingImportanceExpressionValueCreativity
In practice
Example use cases
Using this quote in a creative writing workshop to emphasize the significance of writing.
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