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“It is lost, lovely child, somewhere in the ragbag that I laughingly refer to as my memory.”

Quote by Robertson Davies

Book:Happy Alchemy: On the Pleasures of Music and the Theatre

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Happy Alchemy: On the Pleasures of Music and the Theatre

This book delves into the intricate relationship between music and theatre, analyzing their shared elements and unique contributions to the arts. It investigates the emotional and psychological effects of both forms of entertainment, and their role in shaping society and individual expression. more

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Robertson Davies

Robertson Davies was a Canadian novelist known for his wit and humor. His works often set in the Canadian society, exploring the relationship between individuals and society. Davies' works include the 'Amos Fortune' series and the 'Crown of the North' series, which are highly appreciated by readers. more

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Book:Selected works on the art of writing

Source: Selected works on the art of writing

“Several children present me with scraps of paper for autographs: obviously don't know who I am and don't care. I sign "Jackie Collins" and they go away quite content.”

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Book:Happy Alchemy: On the Pleasures of Music and the Theatre

Source: Happy Alchemy: On the Pleasures of Music and the Theatre

“Like it or not, to reach middle age with less money or less prestige than our father had is somewhat to lose face. Stupid of course, when put like that, but who is prepared to argue that we are not stupid in several important ways?”

Way Important Age Faces Courses Father Loses Middle Stupid Prepared Arguing Middle Ages Our Father Prestige Not Stupid

Author:Robertson Davies

“Great drama, drama that may reach the alchemical level, must have dimension and its relevance will take care of itself. Writing about AIDS rather than the cocktail set, or possibly the fairy kingdom, will not guarantee importance. . . . The old comment that all periods of time are at an equal distance from eternity says much, and pondering on it will lead to alchemical theatre while relevance becomes old hat.”

Source: Happy Alchemy: On the Pleasures of Music and the Theatre

“You would not serve junk food at a banquet, and your book must be a banquet. Get your language from Swift, not from Shopsy's.”

Book Language Junk Junk Food Banquets

Author:Robertson Davies

“In my collection, to me at least, the theatre of the past lives again and those long-dead playwrights and actors have in me an enthralled audience of one, and I applaud them across the centuries.”

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Book:Selected Works on the Pleasures of Reading

Source: Selected Works on the Pleasures of Reading

“After all, we are human beings, and not creatures of infinite possibilities.”

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Book:Conversations with Robertson Davies

Source: Conversations with Robertson Davies

“People are not saints just because they haven't got much money or education.”

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Book:Conversations with Robertson Davies

Source: Conversations with Robertson Davies

“Happiness is a by-product. It is not a primary product of life. It is a thing which you suddenly realize you have because you're so delighted to be doing something which perhaps has nothing whatever to do with happiness.”

Realizing Products Primaries Delighted

Book:Conversations with Robertson Davies

Source: Conversations with Robertson Davies

“Humour very often consists of shrewd perceptions about people. It's usually fun at someone's expense. Nowadays if you're funny at anybody's expense they run to the UN and say, "I must have an ombudsman to protect me." You hardly dare have a shrewd perception about anybody.”

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Author:Robertson Davies