“Why, after all, must everyone like music? That they are missing something is just the lover's opinion.”
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Setting the Tone: Essays and a Diary
This book compiles a series of essays and diary entries that delve into the concept of tone and its significance in different areas of life and literature. The author examines how tone can shape perception and influence communication, offering insights into the power of language and its ability to convey emotion and meaning. more
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Source: The final diary, 1961-1972
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