"What I take from writers I like is their economy - the ability to use language to very effective ends. The ability to have somebody read something and see it, or for somebody to paint an entire landscape of visual imagery with just sheets of words - that's magical"
- Mos Def
About this Quote
In this quote, Mos Def expresses his affection for authors who possess the skill of economy in their writing. He describes that this implies having the ability to use language in an effective and effective method, developing a strong influence on the reader. He believes that fantastic writers have the ability to make their words come to life, enabling the reader to imagine and experience the story or message being communicated. Mos Def describes this as a wonderful quality, as it enables writers to paint brilliant landscapes and evoke feelings with just a couple of carefully chosen words. This quote highlights the power and charm of language and the effect it can have on others.
This quote is written / told by Mos Def somewhere between December 11, 1973 and today. He was a famous Musician from USA.
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