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“You can see the meaning of the statement that "Literature is a living art" most easily and clearly, perhaps, by contrasting Science and Art at their two extremes - say Pure Mathematics and Acting. Science as a rule deals with things, Art with man's thought and emotion about things.”

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Arthur Quiller-Couch

Arthur Quiller-Couch was a British writer, literary critic, and educator, born on November 21, 1863, and died on May 12, 1944. He is known for his profound insights into literature and his guidance to young writers. more

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