Truman Capote

Truman Capote (1924–1984) was an American novelist, playwright, and short-story writer best known for Breakfast at Tiffany's and the nonfiction novel In Cold Blood. His work emphasized precise, musical prose and vivid character observation, reflected in his quote about the 'inner music' of words.

Quotes by Truman Capote

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To me, the greatest pleasure of writing is not what it’s about, but the inner music that words make. — Truman Capote

The Greatest Pleasure of Writing - Truman Capote

Truman Capote, known for his unique and elegant prose, often paid great attention to the sound and rhythm of his sentences, making his writing both engaging and poetic. [...]

Created on: 2/27/2025