Quote by Madeleine L'Engle

A great piece of literature does not try to coerce you to believe it or agree with it. A great piece of literature simply is. It is a vehicle of truth, but it is not a blueprint, and we tend to confuse the two.

A great piece of literature does not try to coerce you to be

Summary

This quote suggests that a great piece of literature should not be forceful or manipulative in trying to impose its beliefs or ideas onto the reader. Instead, it should exist as a reflection of truth, allowing individuals to interpret and derive their own understanding from it. People often mistakenly perceive powerful literature as a roadmap or guide to follow, but this quote emphasizes the importance of recognizing that it is merely a representation of truth, not a prescribed set of instructions or ideologies.

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Truth Literature

By Madeleine L'Engle

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