It is by all odds the loftiest of cities. It even managed to reach the highest point in the sky at the lowest moment of the depression.
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All writing is communication; creative writing is communication through revelation-it is the Self-escaping into the open.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Creative writing allows the author to express their inner self and thoughts openly.
E.B. White's quote emphasizes that all forms of writing serve as a means of communication, but creative writing holds a unique power; it enables the writer to unveil their deepest truths and emotions, allowing their true self to emerge and connect with others on a profound level. This act of revelation transforms mere words into a conduit for personal expression and understanding.
Themes
WritingCommunicationCreativityExpressionSelf
In practice
Example use cases
During a writing workshop, the instructor cited this quote to motivate students to uncover their true voices.
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