I'm a country boy. I hate New York. But that's where things happen, so I use it as a base for stories, I know enough about it. But I have to keep going back there.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Spillane describes his dislike for New York but admits it is necessary for his work and serves as a story base.
- In plain terms
- He hates New York but uses it as a base for stories since that is where things happen.
- What can you take from it?
- Necessary locations may be disliked personally.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Why choose a place you dislike?
- Is necessity a good reason to live somewhere?
Another view
Personal comfort should ideally factor into work environments.
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