Quote by Penelope Fitzgerald

It's very good for an idea to be commonplace. The important thing is that a new idea should develop out of what is already there so that it soon becomes an old acquaintance. Old acquaintances aren't by any means always welcome, but at least one can't be mistaken as to who or what they are.

It's very good for an idea to be commonplace. The important

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The quote emphasizes the value of familiarity and integration of new ideas into existing ones. It suggests that an idea should not aim to be radical or extraordinary, but rather build upon what is already accepted or understood. By gradually becoming an "old acquaintance," the new idea finds validation and recognition within the existing framework. Although not always warmly received, the concept will be easily recognizable, allowing for a clearer understanding of its origins and implications.

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