Quote by Raymond Chandler

Any man who can write a page of living prose adds something to our life, and the man who can, as I can, is surely the last to resent someone who can do it even better. An artist cannot deny art, nor would he want to. A lover cannot deny love.

Any man who can write a page of living prose adds something

Summary

This quote suggests that anyone who possesses the ability to write beautifully adds value to our existence. Furthermore, the speaker implies that one should not hold any resentment towards individuals who possess superior writing skills, as they contribute to the world in a similar way. Just as an artist cannot reject art or a lover deny love, a talented writer acknowledges and appreciates the mastery of others in their craft.

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By Raymond Chandler

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