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“It was as if his eye were an ear and a crackle went through it each time he shot a look at the accordion. ... The notes fell, biting and sharp; it seemed the tooth that bit was hollowed with pain.” quote by Annie Proulx
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““It was as if his eye were an ear and a crackle went through it each time he shot a look at the accordion. ... The notes fell, biting and sharp; it seemed the tooth that bit was hollowed with pain. ””

Annie Proulx

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

The narrator describes an intense, painful sensory experience linked to music.

In simple terms: Music can evoke sharp, vivid sensations.

Key Takeaway

Recognize how art triggers deep emotions.

Themes

art perception emotion

Mood

reflective poetic

Type

literary descriptive

When to use this quote

  • Music therapy
  • creative writing
  • emotional processing

Key Concepts

Synesthesia sensory metaphor

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does music shape your emotions?
  • Can pain be expressed through sound?
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Interpretations may vary widely.

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