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“He read what he could find—the distilled knowledge of hundreds of experts. He couldn’t follow all the physiology. The body had evolved to feel fear, hope, thrill, and peace in the presence of certain semi-ordered vibrations; no one knew why. It made no sense that a few staggered chords could make the brain love an unmet stranger or grieve for friends who hadn’t died. Nobody could say why Barber moved listeners and Babbitt didn’t, or whether an infant might be raised to weep at Carter. But all the experts agreed that waves of compressed air falling on the eardrum touched off chain reactions that flooded the body in signals and even changed the expression of genes.”

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Book:Orfeo
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Orfeo

In this thought-provoking work, the protagonist, a former rock star named Orfeo, reflects on his life and career as he navigates the complexities of aging and the changing world around him. The narrative delves into the protagonist's personal history, his relationships, and the impact of his past on his present. The story is a rich tapestry of memories and reflections, offering readers a poignant and introspective look at the human condition. more

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Richard Powers
Richard Powers

Richard Powers is an American contemporary novelist, born on June 18, 1957. His works are known for their profound philosophical thinking, rich imagination, and unique narrative style. more

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