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“To be misunderstood can be the writer's punishment for having disturbed the reader's peace. The greater the disturbance, the greater the possibility of misunderstanding.”

Quote by Anatole Broyard

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Anatole Broyard

Anatole Broyard was an American writer and critic renowned for his contributions to literature and cultural commentary. Born on July 16, 1920, in New Orleans, Louisiana, he passed away on October 11, 1990. Broyard's career spanned several decades, during which he made a substantial impact on the literary world. more

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