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“The art of the dramatist is very like the art of the architect. A plot has to be built up just as a house is built-story after story; and no edifice has any chance of standing unless it has a broad foundation and a solid frame.”

Quote by Brander Matthews

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Brander Matthews

Brander Matthews was an American writer and critic, renowned for his extensive contributions to theater and literature. Born on February 21, 1852, and passing away on March 31, 1929, Matthews was a professor at Columbia University, where he made significant contributions to the study and appreciation of theater and literature. more

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