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The thing that teases the mind over and over for years, and at last gets itself put down rightly on paper - whether litt
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"The thing that teases the mind over and over for years, and at last gets itself put down rightly on paper - whether little or great, it belongs to Literature"

- Sarah Orne Jewett

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This quote by Sarah Orne Jewett speaks to the power of literature and the creative process. It recommends that the act of composing is a long and difficult journey, one that can take years to finish. The idea of something "teasing the mind" indicates that the author is having a hard time to find the best words to express their ideas and feelings. The quote also suggests that the act of writing is a form of freedom, as the author is finally able to put their thoughts down "appropriately on paper". Jewett is suggesting that the act of composing is a type of art, despite the size or scope of the work. Composing is a way to express oneself and to share one's ideas and sensations with the world. Jewett's quote is a suggestion of the power of literature and the significance of the imaginative process.

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Sarah Orne Jewett This quote is written / told by Sarah Orne Jewett between September 3, 1849 and June 24, 1909. She was a famous Author from USA. The author also have 7 other quotes.

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