To act: that is what the writer would like to be able to do, above all. To act, rather than to bear witness. To write, imagine, and dream in such a way that his words and inventions and dreams will have an impact upon reality, will change people's minds and hearts, will prepare the way for a better world.
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"To act: that is what the writer would like to be able to do, above all. To act, rather than to bear witness. To write, imagine, and dream in such a way that his words and inventions and dreams will have an impact upon reality, will change people's minds and hearts, will prepare the way for a better world." — J. M. G. Le Clezio #inspirationmotivation
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To act: that is what the writer would like to be able to do, above all. To act, rather than to bear witness. To write, imagine, and dream in such a way that his words and inventions and dreams will have an impact upon reality, will change people's minds and hearts, will prepare the way for a better world. — J. M. G. Le Clezio
About J. M. G. Le Clezio
J. M. G. Le Clezio was a Writer from France (1940–present).
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This quote is attributed to J. M. G. Le Clezio, a Writer from France.
When did J. M. G. Le Clezio live?
J. M. G. Le Clezio lived from 1940 – present.
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