If I were called upon to define briefly the word Art, I should call it the reproduction of what the senses preceive in nature, seen through the veil of the soul.
Paul CezanneRead
In Red Flags, Juris Jurjevics has brilliantly accomplished a feat that is becoming a major characteristic of 21st century literature: the seamless combining of a genre form with the deep resonance of literary art. This book is thrilling to read for both its narrative drive and its insight into the human heart.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote highlights the blending of genre and literary art in contemporary literature.
Robert Olen Butler praises Juris Jurjevics's work, 'Red Flags', for its ability to merge traditional genre storytelling with profound literary depth. This reflects a modern literary trend where authors are not just focused on the structure of storytelling but also on the emotional and artistic dimensions, offering readers both an engaging narrative and meaningful insights into the complexities of human emotions.
Themes
LiteratureArtNarrativeHumanityEmotionGenre
In practice
Example use cases
During a book club discussion, you might quote this to highlight the artistic qualities of a recently read novel.
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