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Quote by Andre Dubus

“For the twenty million Americans who are hungry tonight, for the homeless freezing tonight, literature is as useless as a knowledge of astronomy.”

Book:Broken Vessels: Essays

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Broken Vessels: Essays

This book is a compilation of reflective and thought-provoking essays that delve into a range of topics, offering readers a diverse and insightful look into the author's perspectives. more

Author

Andre Dubus

Andre Dubus is an American novelist known for his profound emotional portrayal and realistic style. His works often focus on the inner world of ordinary people and their interpersonal relationships, particularly skilled at depicting conflicts and resolutions within families and intimate relationships. more

“What's so exciting and terrifying about the writing process is that it really is an act of exploration and discovery. With all of us, not just writers, there is a sort of knowledge of the other. We have a lot more in common than we realize, and I think writing is really a sustained act of empathy.”

Thinking Writing Process Realizing Common Empathy Discovery Exciting Exploration Writing Process

Author:Andre Dubus

“I truly believe the art's larger than the artist. Who cares about John Steinbeck? I care about the Joad family.”

Believe Art Care Artist I Care Who Cares

Author:Andre Dubus

“As a matter of writing philosophy, if there is one, I try not to ever plot a story. I try to write it from the character's point of view and see where it goes.”

Ifs Writing Trying Matter Philosophy Character Stories Views Point Of View Plot

Author:Andre Dubus

“I got a degree in sociology, didn't read much fiction in college, and I was a pretty political, left-wing type of guy. I wanted to do some kind of work in social change and make things better for the poor man, and I was very romantic and passionate about it.”