Tag: economical prose

by M. Bijman March 28, 2021

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The Master of Economical Prose, Larry McMurtry, has died

Larry McMurtry has died. He passed away on March 25, 2021, in Archer City, Texas,US, at the age of 84Continue Reading

by M. Bijman August 16, 2019

A case for the quiet voice – The writing of Nick Cave

In a world filled with loud, angry voices, there’s something to be said for the quiet, thoughtful voice. Nick Cave,Continue Reading

by M. Bijman March 2, 2018

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The Fine Art of Economical Prose – The Last Kind Words Saloon, by Larry McMurtry

The title is probably one of the longest phrases in the novel, which is a mere 191 pages, including illustrationsContinue Reading

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