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“Autobiography. Apparently one should not name the names of those one has been to bed with, or give explicit figures on the amount of money one has earned, those being the two data most eagerly sought by readers; all the rest is legitimate to reveal.” quote by Robert Silverberg
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“Autobiography. Apparently one should not name the names of those one has been to bed with, or give explicit figures on the amount of money one has earned, those being the two data most eagerly sought by readers; all the rest is legitimate to reveal.”

Robert Silverberg

About This Quote

Source Interview: Author on autobiographical writing, 1975

Authors often omit personal details, focusing on narrative over private data.

In simple terms: Writers hide personal info, share story.

Key Takeaway

Balance transparency with privacy in storytelling.

Themes

privacy authorship storytelling

Mood

curious thoughtful

Type

literary analytical

When to use this quote

  • biographies
  • memoirs
  • journalism

Key Concepts

literary ethics personal boundaries

Questions to Reflect On

  • What details enhance a story?
  • When is privacy more important?
A Different Perspective

Readers may crave more personal insight.

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