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Writing has laws of perspective, of light and shade just as painting does, or music. If you are born knowing them, fine.
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"Writing has laws of perspective, of light and shade just as painting does, or music. If you are born knowing them, fine. If not, learn them. Then rearrange the rules to suit yourself"

- Truman Capote

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Truman Capote between September 30, 1924 and August 25, 1984. He/she was a famous Novelist from USA. The author also have 26 other quotes.

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