Quote by Virginia Woolf

So long as you write what you wish to write, that is all that matters; and whether it matters for ages or only for hours, nobody can say.

So long as you write what you wish to write, that is all tha

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of authenticity and personal expression in writing. It suggests that as long as one writes what they truly desire to write, the value and impact of their work cannot be predetermined or measured by others. Whether the writing endures through ages and impacts future generations or only holds significance for a brief period, the quote asserts that the act of expressing oneself honestly is what truly matters in writing.

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By Virginia Woolf

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