“The Beatles are not merely awful. They are so unbelievably horrible, so appallingly unmusical, so dogmatically insensitive to the magic of the art, that they qualify as crowned heads of anti-music.”
Quote by William F. Buckley, Jr.
Work
A Torch Kept Lit: Great Lives of the Twentieth Century
This book compiles a selection of obituaries and biographical sketches originally written by William F. Buckley Jr. for various publications, focusing on influential individuals from the twentieth century. The subjects span politics, literature, arts, and other fields, reflecting Buckley's distinctive perspective and prose style. The work offers readers a curated look at the lives and legacies of figures who shaped the modern era, presented through the lens of a conservative commentator and public intellectual. more
Author
William F. Buckley, Jr.
William F. Buckley, Jr., born on November 24, 1925, and died on February 27, 2008, was a prominent American author, political commentator, and television host. Known for his conservative stance and sharp wit, Buckley was a key figure in the American conservative movement of the 20th century. more