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The Duty of Harsh Criticism

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For only through art can we cultivate annoyance with inessentials, powerful and exasperated reactions against ugliness, a ravenous appetite for beauty; and these are the true guardians of the soul.

Rebecca West, “The Duty of Harsh Criticism”


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January 23rd, 2010 / 2:10 pm