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Tricky was a plain-faced man with a very handsome voice…

“Tricky was a plain-faced man with a very handsome voice - a voice like the sound of a clarinet, at once liquid and penetrating, and lovely to listen to.” quote by Sarah Waters
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““Tricky was a plain-faced man with a very handsome voice - a voice like the sound of a clarinet, at once liquid and penetrating, and lovely to listen to.””

Sarah Waters

About This Quote

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

A character described as having a clear, penetrating voice likened to a clarinet, evoking both fluidity and depth.

In simple terms: His voice is clear and deep.

Key Takeaway

Appreciate nuanced communication.

Themes

communication characterization aesthetic voice literature

Mood

appreciative thoughtful

Type

descriptive literary

When to use this quote

  • reading literary analysis
  • describing speakers
  • creative writing

Key Concepts

metaphor sensory description character depth

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does voice shape perception?
  • What other senses can describe sound?
A Different Perspective

Metaphors may oversimplify complex traits.

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