Quote by Catherine Drinker Bowen

In writing biography, fact and fiction shouldn't be mixed. And if they are, the fictional points should be printed in red ink, the facts printed in black ink.

In writing biography, fact and fiction shouldn't be mixed. A

Summary

This quote highlights the importance of separating fact from fiction in the genre of biography. It advises that while some fictional elements may be included, they should be clearly distinguished from the factual aspects. By suggesting the use of red ink for fictional points and black ink for facts, the quote implies that this differentiation is crucial for readers to discern the truth and distinguish between the real events and any fictional embellishments in a biography.

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By Catherine Drinker Bowen

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