It has always seemed to me that so long as you produce your dramatic effect, accuracy of detail matters little. I have never striven for it and I have made some bad mistakes in consequence. What matter if I hold my readers?
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It seems very strange ... that in the course of the world's history so obvious an improvement should never have been adopted. ... The next generation of Britishers would be the better for having had this extra hour of daylight in their childhood.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote reflects on the failure to adopt an obvious improvement that could benefit future generations.
Arthur Conan Doyle expresses a sense of bewilderment that a clear and beneficial improvement, such as extending daylight hours for children's activities, has not been implemented throughout history. He suggests that such changes could lead to a healthier and happier upbringing, highlighting the importance of recognizing and acting upon beneficial innovations for the betterment of society.
Themes
ChangeImprovementDaylightFutureChildren
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech discussing new policies to improve children's wellbeing, this quote can highlight the importance of adapting to beneficial changes.
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