As readers, we are seldom interested in the.... : Quote by Alberto Manguel

“ As readers, we are seldom interested in the fine sentiments of a lesson learnt; we seldom care about the good manners of morals. Repentance puts an end to conversation; forgiveness becomes the stuff of moralistic tracts. Revenge - bloodthirsty, justice-hungry revenge - is the very essence of romance, lying at the heart of much of the best fiction. ”

Alberto Manguel
  • From : Dark Arrows: Great Stories of Revenge
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