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No art that is not in the end understood by the People can live or ever did live a single generation
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"No art that is not in the end understood by the People can live or ever did live a single generation"

- Frank Norris

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This quote by Frank Norris speaks with the significance of art being understood by the individuals. He is suggesting that art that is not comprehended by the individuals will not last for more than a single generation. This indicates that art needs to be available and relatable to the people in order to be appreciated and kept in mind. Norris is emphasizing the need for art to be understood by the individuals in order to have a long lasting impact. He is recommending that art should be created with the objective of being understood by the people, as this is the only way for it to have a long lasting tradition. This quote speaks to the importance of art being accessible and easy to understand to individuals in order to be appreciated and kept in mind.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Frank Norris between March 5, 1870 and October 25, 1902. He/she was a famous Novelist from USA. The author also have 3 other quotes.

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