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“His teeth sang in their individual sockets like tuning forks, each one pitch-perfect and clear as ethanol.” quote by William Gibson
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“His teeth sang in their individual sockets like tuning forks, each one pitch-perfect and clear as ethanol.”

William Gibson

About This Quote

Source Novel: Neuromancer, 1984

Even the smallest details can be vivid and resonant, like music.

In simple terms: Details can sing like music.

Key Takeaway

Pay attention to sensory detail in writing.

Themes

creativity sensory detail imagery precision

Mood

inspirational thoughtful

Type

literary descriptive

When to use this quote

  • writing workshops
  • editing sessions
  • creative brainstorming

Key Concepts

literary technique sonic metaphor world‑building

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does vivid detail affect immersion?
  • When does detail become distraction?
A Different Perspective

May be overly ornate for some readers.

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