“In the case of drama (stage, movies, television ), there appear to be people in almost every audience who never quite fully realize that a play is a set of fictional, symbolic representations. An actor is one who symbolizes other people, real or imagined. [...] Also some years ago it was reported that when Edward G. Robinson, who used to play gangster roles with extraordinary vividness, visited Chicago, local hoodlums would telephone him at his hotel to pay their professional respects.”
Quote by S. I. Hayakawa
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S. I. Hayakawa
S. I. Hayakawa was a prominent figure in American politics, serving as a United States Senator from California. Born on July 18, 1906, and passing away on February 27, 1992, Hayakawa made significant contributions to the field of linguistics and education before entering politics. His career spanned various roles, including professor, author, and public servant. more
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