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Quote by Michael Dirda

“I think the essence of [Kurt] Vonnegut's humanism lay in his emphasis on human kindness as, so to speak, our saving grace.”

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Michael Dirda

Michael Dirda is an American literary critic and writer, born on November 6, 1948. His work spans a wide range of literary genres, including novels, poetry, and drama. Dirda is known for his in-depth analysis and unique insights, with his reviews frequently appearing in prominent media such as The Washington Post. more

“[Kurt] Vonnegut was a writer whose great gift was that he always seemed to be talking directly to you. He wasn't writing, he wasn't showing off, he was just telling you, nobody else, what it was like, what it was all about. That intimacy made him beloved. We can admire the art of John Updike or Philip Roth, but we love Vonnegut.”

Writing Art Made Talking Admire Intimacy Beloved Showing Off Philip Great Gifts

Author:Michael Dirda

“To imagine myself in different ways comes from my beginnings in the theatre. People are more accepting when you go 'apparently', 'wildly' afield from who you are or where you were brought up.”

People Way Different Accepting Imagine Who You Are Theatre Different Ways

Author:Meryl Streep

“When I do short films, I try to do something completely out of my comfort zone, out of my element.”

Trying Film Comfort Elements Zone Comfort Zone Short Films

Author:Brett Ratner

“Being an actor lets me be a million different things.”

Different Actors Millions Let Me Different Things

Author:Meryl Streep