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Inspirational Quote by Ambrose Bierce

“A malefactor who atones for making your writing nonsense by permitting the compositor to make it unintelligible.” quote by Ambrose Bierce
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“A malefactor who atones for making your writing nonsense by permitting the compositor to make it unintelligible.”

Ambrose Bierce

About This Quote

Source Short Story: "The Devil's Dictionary", 1906

A writer's error can be blamed on the printer, making the text unintelligible.

In simple terms: Writers may blame printers for nonsense.

Key Takeaway

Take responsibility for clear communication.

Themes

communication responsibility literature

Mood

critical humorous

Type

satirical literary

When to use this quote

  • publishing
  • academic writing
  • technical manuals

Key Concepts

blame editing clarity

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you ensure your writing remains clear?
  • When is it appropriate to attribute errors to others?
A Different Perspective

Blaming others can obscure personal growth.

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