Tell me, why did Lotto write a war play? Because works about war always trump works about emotions, even if the smaller, more domestic plays are better written, smarter, more interesting. The war stories are the ones that gets the prizes. But your husband's voice is strongest when he speaks most quietly and clearly. Lauren Groff
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This is an example of a quote that's usually attributed to Shakespeare, but some say it's more likely Shakespeare's friend, William Stanley. The line speaks to the idea that some work or ideas are better than others because they are more effective in their goal of moving people.

Source: Fates And Furies

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