“Writing has laws of perspective, of light and shade
just as painting does, or music. If you are born
knowing them, fine. If not, learn them.
Then rearrange the rules to suit yourself.”
~Truman Capote (1924-1984)
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GREAT Quote!
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This is a good thought for the week for us all to remember. Thanks!
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I love that perspective, and the advice too.
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Have you done a caricature of Truman yet?
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You’re very welcome. Have a good week, Susan!
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:)!
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No, but he’s on my list! (damn day-job! ;-))
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I love that quote :o)
It reminds me what Raymond Chandler once said of F. Scott Fitzgerald: “It’s not a matter of pretty writing or clear style. It’s a kind of subdued magic, controlled and exquisite, the sort of thing you get from good string quartettes.”
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Love the Chandler quote (and love Fitzgerald too)! “Subdued magic, controlled and exquisite.” Beautifully stated.
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