The Summing Up, Part 354, Volume 1The reminiscences of the author's lifetime; insight on life and art; education, discipline and training of a writer. |
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Page 41
... French and English is that in French you can be grammatical with complete naturalness , but in English not invariably . It is a difficulty in writing English that the sound of the living voice dominates the look [ 41 ] D.
... French and English is that in French you can be grammatical with complete naturalness , but in English not invariably . It is a difficulty in writing English that the sound of the living voice dominates the look [ 41 ] D.
Page 189
... complete satisfaction . At the back of his mind is the suspicion that it is not good at all and the praises of the public , even if he is inclined to doubt their value , are a heaven - sent reassurance . That is why praise is important ...
... complete satisfaction . At the back of his mind is the suspicion that it is not good at all and the praises of the public , even if he is inclined to doubt their value , are a heaven - sent reassurance . That is why praise is important ...
Page 261
... never find the one , complete and satisfying book I sought , because that book could only be an expression of myself . So with more courage than discretion I made up my mind that I must write it for myself . I found out what [ 261 ]
... never find the one , complete and satisfying book I sought , because that book could only be an expression of myself . So with more courage than discretion I made up my mind that I must write it for myself . I found out what [ 261 ]
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