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To be misunderstood can be the writers punishment for having disturbed the readers peace. The greater the disturbance, t
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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"

- Anatole Broyard

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This quote by Anatole Broyard recommends that when a writer creates something that disrupts the reader, they may be misconstrued. This is a repercussion of the writer's work, as the more they disrupt the reader, the more likely it is that the reader will not understand the author's message. This could be due to the fact that the reader is uneasy with the content, or since the writer has not been clear enough in their writing. It is a suggestion to writers that they should know the effect their work can have on readers, and that they should strive to be clear and concise in their writing.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Anatole Broyard between July 19, 1920 and October 11, 1990. He/she was a famous Critic from USA. The author also have 12 other quotes.

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