Good Readers And Good Writers By Vladimir Nabokov
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The Benefit of Identifying with Literary Characters
Vladimir Nabokov’s article “Good Readers and Good Writers” is an intriguing read that concentrates on his interpretation of what proper reading and great authors entail. He specifically articulates that one should read to comprehend minute details before summarizing the big picture of the text; if they try to create generalizations from the beginning, they will not be able to grasp the true meaning of the piece. He then explains that the best authors are those who create a new universe with their words instead of further commenting on the existing world. Furthermore, he states that effective pieces are able to evoke several varieties of imagination. Although he believes that the
The Benefit of Identifying with Literary Characters
Vladimir Nabokov’s article “Good Readers and Good Writers” is an intriguing read that concentrates on his interpretation of what proper reading and great authors entail. He specifically articulates that one should read to comprehend minute details before summarizing the big picture of the text; if they try to create generalizations from the beginning, they will not be able to grasp the true meaning of the piece. He then explains that the best authors are those who create a new universe with their words instead of further commenting on the existing world. Furthermore, he states that effective pieces are able to evoke several varieties of imagination. Although he believes that the