Quote by Harold Pinter

I don't intend to simply go away and write my plays and be a good boy. I intend to remain an independent and political intelligence in my own right.

I don't intend to simply go away and write my plays and be a

Summary

In this quote, the speaker asserts their determination to be more than just a playwright who focuses solely on their craft. They express their desire to stand as an individual with independent thought and political awareness. Rather than conforming to societal expectations of being a "good boy" and only writing plays, they aim to maintain their autonomy and engage in critical thinking. The quote portrays a strong commitment to intellectual independence and a refusal to be passive or complacent.

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Intelligence

By Harold Pinter

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