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Art is the close scrutiny of reality and therefore I put on the stage only those things that I know happen in our societ
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"Art is the close scrutiny of reality and therefore I put on the stage only those things that I know happen in our society"

- Edward Bond

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This quote by Edward Bond speaks to the power of art to capture the truth of our society. Bond thinks that art is a kind of close examination, which it needs to be used to show the reality of our society. He recommends that the stage ought to be utilized to portray the occasions and experiences that are actually happening in our world. This quote stresses the significance of art in helping us to understand and reflect on the realities of our society. It also suggests that art can be used to bring attention to issues that are typically ignored or overlooked. By using art to portray the realities of our society, Bond thinks that we can acquire a better understanding of the world around us.

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Edward Bond This quote is written / told by Edward Bond somewhere between July 18, 1934 and today. He was a famous Playwright from England. The author also have 33 other quotes.

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