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Quote of the Day by Daniel Day-Lewis: 'The more articulate somebody is, the more suspicious I am of them...'- A timeless lesson on quiet power of silence in a world full of words by the greatest performers in cinema history known for his method acting

Oscar-winning actor Daniel Day-Lewis, known for his intense dedication, believes true meaning often lies beyond words. His quote, 'The more articulate somebody is, the more suspicious I am of them. I like to feel that the important things remain unsaid,' highlights a preference for authenticity over excessive explanation. This philosophy…

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‘Lightweight’ Betjeman was initially overlooked for poet laureate

Newly released government files reveal bitter in-fighting over the prestigious literary appointment

Evening Standard · Jul 19, 2023

No 10 dismissed ‘songster of tennis lawns’ Sir John Betjeman as poet laureate

Newly-released government files reveal bitter in-fighting over prestigious literary appointment

The Independent UK · Jul 19, 2023

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No 10 turned down poets John Betjeman, Philip Larkin and Robert Graves for laureate job

Newly released government files reveal bitter in-fighting over the prestigious literary appointment

The Independent UK · Jul 19, 2023

‘Lightweight’ Betjeman overlooked for poet laureate

Newly-released government files reveal bitter in-fighting over the prestigious literary appointment.

The Independent UK · Jul 18, 2023

Seán Day-Lewis obituary

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The Guardian - UK · Sep 27, 2022

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Several of the poets appointed by, or inherited by the Queen, had to deal with public mockery. No wonder Philip Larkin turned down the role

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