Quote by Dan Simmons

Writing, I'm convinced, should be a subversive activity - frowned on by the authorities - and not one cooed over and praised beyond common sense by some teacher.

Writing, I'm convinced, should be a subversive activity - fr

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This quote suggests that writing should be seen as a form of rebellion or defiance against authority rather than something to be praised and accepted within the constraints of societal norms. The author believes that it is important for writing to challenge the status quo and provoke critical thinking rather than being mindlessly admired by teachers or authorities. By embracing the subversive nature of writing, the quote emphasizes the power of words in disrupting existing systems and encouraging independent thought.

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By Dan Simmons

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