Famous quote by Stieg Larsson

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I have been threatened occasionally. But that happens to everybody who is writing this kind of things. Threats will come
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"I have been threatened occasionally. But that happens to everybody who is writing this kind of things. Threats will come without fail. It might happen to the most 'innocent' texts. If it gets too much we call the police"

- Stieg Larsson

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In this quote, author Stieg Larsson is discussing the truth of being an author who takes on questionable or delicate topics. He acknowledges that he, like lots of others, has received risks for his writing. He thinks that this is a typical occurrence for anyone who writes about controversial issues. Larsson also keeps in mind that these hazards can come even for apparently innocent texts, highlighting the fact that even relatively safe writing can provoke strong responses from some individuals. Nevertheless, he likewise points out that if the threats become excessive to manage, he and others in comparable circumstances have the alternative to seek aid from the police. In general, Larsson's words shed light on the possible risks and challenges that writers deal with when tackling challenging topics.

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Stieg Larsson This quote is written / told by Stieg Larsson between August 15, 1954 and November 9, 2004. He was a famous Author from Sweden. The author also have 5 other quotes.

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