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Anton Chekhov said:
Don't tell me the moon is shining; show me the glint of light on broken glass.
It's the old show don't tell battle, the one we've heard over and over again.
But doesn't that sentence explain it in the simplest way?
Practice writing showing sentences.
As I waded along the shore, the foam was iridescent, flowering around my ankles.
Your turn. Share a showing sentence in the comments and be inspired.
Wisps of steam rose from the main dish.
ReplyDeleteHis nose was struck with memories of Yellowstone Park and he gagged.
ReplyDeleteSorry, best I can do.
You're so right, that quote explains 'Show, don't tell' in a nutshell.
ReplyDeleteWhat I want to know is why was the glass broken? Was someone mad? Is the house he in run down? Am I being difficult? (Yes, yes I am. ^_~) It is a great quote that is great for showing how to show and not tell.
ReplyDelete~Patricia Lynne aka Patricia Josephine (Cohost for June)~
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Hey Bish,
ReplyDeleteYour line is fine and I'm here, just in time.
Outside yon window, did I hear the roaring creek below, or did I flow of thoughts in my dreamlike state?
Gary :)
I love that quote from Chekov. I wish it were as easy as he makes it out to be. I love your showing sentence, especially the use of flowering! Have a great week!
ReplyDeleteOh, I love Chekhov's quote :)
ReplyDeleteExcellent sentences. I love them both.
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