Able Quote by Stephen Hunter
“I've actually published two compilations, if only barely. Hire a private detective and possibly you'll be able to locate them. One was called 'Violent Screen,' and the other 'Now Playing at the Valencia.' Bantam and Simon and Schuster.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Interview in The Hunt for the Red October, Stephen Hunter, 1990
The author modestly notes limited publication success and hints at hidden works that may be uncovered with effort.
In simple terms: He has two modest books, possibly hard to find.
Key Takeaway
Seek out the obscure titles.
Themes
humility
literary
persistence
Mood
curious
determined
Type
informational
reflective
When to use this quote
- library research
- collecting rare books
- literary scholarship
Key Concepts
publication
detective work
authorial legacy
Questions to Reflect On
- What steps could you take to locate rare publications?
- How does scarcity affect a work’s value?
A Different Perspective
Finding them may be difficult due to limited distribution.
