CLEAN : British author Forsyth explains why he gave up writing novels

The transcript discusses the author's experiences and challenges in writing, including travels to Mogadishu and the impact on personal life. It highlights the importance of security and censorship in writing, especially concerning sensitive topics like nuclear weapons. The author reflects on the balance between sharing information and ensuring it does not aid adversaries.

What motivates the narrator to explore places like Mogadishu?

• A requirement for research

• A quest for romance

• A desire for adventure

• A need to escape from home

How does the narrator's wife react to his travels?

• She encourages him

• She joins him

• She remains indifferent

• She threatens divorce

What does the narrator consider more important than his own work?

• Personal achievements

• Historical memoirs and revelations

• Fictional narratives

• Technological advancements

What is the narrator's approach to ensuring his writing does not aid adversaries?

• He writes under a pseudonym

• He submits pages for review

• He consults with experts

• He avoids writing about sensitive topics

What changes were made in the 4th Protocol to ensure safety?

• Technical details were modified

• The setting was changed

• Characters were removed

• The plot was altered