“To most readers the word 'fiction' is an utter fraud. They are entirely convinced that each character has an exact counterpart in real life and that any small discrepancy with that counterpart is a simple error on the author's part. Consequently, they are totally at a loss if anything essential is altered. Make Abraham Lincoln a dentist, put the Gettysburg Address on his tongue, and nobody will recognize it.”
Quote by Louis Auchincloss
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Life, Law, and Letters: Essays and Sketches
This book is a compilation of various essays and sketches that delve into the complexities of life, the intricacies of law, and the nuances of literary expression. more
Author
Louis Auchincloss
Louis Auchincloss was an American lawyer and writer, born on September 27, 1917, and passed away on January 26, 2010. He began his career in law, later turning to literary creation, and became known for his profound insights into the legal and upper-class life. more
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