Access Quote by Jonathan Dimbleby
“I had no expectation that the Prince would offer me the unprecedented and unfettered access to the original and entirely untapped sources on which this biography is based.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: BBC Radio, 1995
He was surprised by the unprecedented access granted to him for the biography.
In simple terms: He expected limited access, but got extensive sources.
Key Takeaway
Leverage unexpected opportunities when they arise.
Themes
research
biography
access
Mood
analytical
curious
Type
historical
journalistic
When to use this quote
- writing a biography
- historical research
- archival work
Key Concepts
historical
unprecedented access
Questions to Reflect On
- What ethical considerations arise with privileged access?
- How do you verify the reliability of new sources?
A Different Perspective
Access may be limited by legal or ethical constraints.
