Famous quote by Jean-Paul Sartre

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If literature isnt everything, its not worth a single hour of someones trouble
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"If literature isn't everything, it's not worth a single hour of someone's trouble"

- Jean-Paul Sartre

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This quote by Jean-Paul Sartre speaks to the importance of literature in our lives. He is suggesting that literature is important and ought to be valued. He is stating that if literature is not everything, then it is unworthy the time and effort that somebody puts into it. He is stressing the value of literature and how it can shape our lives and our understanding of the world. He is suggesting that literature is a valuable tool for finding out and comprehending, which it needs to be taken seriously. He is also recommending that literature can be a source of joy and entertainment, which it ought to be appreciated and taken pleasure in. In other words, Jean-Paul Sartre is suggesting that literature is a vital part of life and must be valued and valued.

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Jean-Paul Sartre This quote is written / told by Jean-Paul Sartre between June 21, 1905 and April 15, 1980. He was a famous Philosopher from France. The author also have 58 other quotes.

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