"The proper function of a critic is to save the tale from the artist who created it."
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About Laura Riding
Laura Riding was an American poet, essayist, and critic known for her modernist literary works. She co-founded the Seizin Press and published several volumes of poetry and essays. Riding's writing often explored themes of identity, language, and the nature of reality. She was a prominent figure in the literary circles of the early 20th century.
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