Quote by Mario Vargas Llosa

If you are killed because you are a writer, that's the maximum expression of respect, you know.

If you are killed because you are a writer, that's the maxim

Summary

This quote captures the idea that being killed because of one's profession as a writer is the ultimate form of recognition and reverence. It highlights the profound impact writers can have on society, powerful enough to threaten those in power who seek to silence them. The quote suggests that even in a tragic outcome, it acknowledges the impact and significance of a writer's work, as they challenge the status quo and strive for truth, even at the risk of their own lives.

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Respect

By Mario Vargas Llosa

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