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What prose is so utterly beautiful that you had to stop, put the book down, and breathe? in c/[email protected]
[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago

You guys came up with some great examples, and I was heartened to see so many favorites of mine. There’s so many new, to me, as well! Thanks!

What prose is so utterly beautiful that you had to stop, put the book down, and breathe? in c/[email protected]
What prose is so utterly beautiful that you had to stop, put the book down, and breathe? in c/[email protected]
[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago

Oh hell yes

What prose is so utterly beautiful that you had to stop, put the book down, and breathe? in c/[email protected]
What prose is so utterly beautiful that you had to stop, put the book down, and breathe? in c/[email protected]
[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago

First paragraph in Cannery Row is sublime

What prose is so utterly beautiful that you had to stop, put the book down, and breathe? in c/[email protected]
[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago

The first paragraph of A Tree Grows in Brooklyn…❤️

What prose is so utterly beautiful that you had to stop, put the book down, and breathe? in c/[email protected]
[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago

I know, right?

What prose is so utterly beautiful that you had to stop, put the book down, and breathe? in c/[email protected]
What prose is so utterly beautiful that you had to stop, put the book down, and breathe? in c/[email protected]
[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago (2 children)

This kind of broke me. My dad loved Faulkner so much, and especially As I Lay Dying. During my late teens, he would talk to himself, as though he was William Faulkner, when he was drinking and writing. He was so funny and so eloquent. It was as if he was channeling William Faulkner. I loved it so much.

What prose is so utterly beautiful that you had to stop, put the book down, and breathe? in c/[email protected]
[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago

Do not know this. thanks!

What prose is so utterly beautiful that you had to stop, put the book down, and breathe? in c/[email protected]
[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago (2 children)

I just started reading this…not at all what I expected, so far. I can imagine that the prose will be fantastic.

Who is your favorite character (of any book)? in c/[email protected]
[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Is Astrid the mom? Also, Pnin is on my list to read

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