"Were it not for imagination a man would be as happy in arms of a chambermaid as of a duchess"
- Samuel Johnson
About this Quote
This quote by Samuel Johnson suggests that creativity is an effective tool that can affect our understanding of reality. Without imagination, we would be not able to separate between the arms of a chambermaid and a duchess. We would be similarly content in either situation, as we would be not able to picture the differences in between them. This quote indicates that imagination is what enables us to value the finer things in life, and to acknowledge the differences in between people and experiences. It is imagination that allows us to appreciate the charm of a sundown, the intricacy of a masterpiece, or the joy of a caring welcome. Without imagination, we would be not able to recognize the special qualities of each experience, and would be not able to value the differences between them. In this way, imagination is vital for us to be able to enjoy life to its max.
This quote is written / told by Samuel Johnson between September 18, 1709 and December 13, 1784. He was a famous Author from England.
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