Quote by Philip Pullman
What I couldn't help noticing was that I learned more about the novel in a morning by trying to write a page of one than I'd learned in seven years or so of trying to write criticism.
Summary
This quote suggests that the act of actively engaging in writing a page of a novel provided more insights and knowledge about the novel itself, compared to spending several years writing criticism about literature. It implies that the process of writing fiction allows for a deeper understanding and connection with the subject matter, as opposed to analyzing and critiquing it from a distance. By experiencing the creative process firsthand, the author discovers a greater richness and comprehension of the novel's essence than through purely analytical pursuits.
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