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MadassAlex:
Well, I have no particular like or dislike for the author either way. I understand more clearly now.
Joseph:
--- Quote from: MadassAlex on 11 Dec 2008, 22:13 ---
--- Quote from: Alex C on 11 Dec 2008, 20:44 ---they exist only as vehicles for expressing her philosophy.
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Isn't that largely the point?
I mean, literature isn't always about explaining one's philosophy, but if there's nothing to express via the book then what's the point?
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What's wrong with just telling a good story?
atimholt:
I was going to post something about Coldplay, but the thread of this thread has derailed.
MadassAlex:
--- Quote from: Dark Flame on 12 Dec 2008, 00:38 ---What's wrong with just telling a good story?
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Just about every good story I can think of has a point to it. It's not just there and back again without any changes - it chronicles values at the very least.
Alex C:
Agreed. It's rather hard if not impossible to create and define a meaningful character without touching upon the things that they value, at least superficially.
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