Through divine or demonic providence a concept is generated that fules the firs of his imagination. He is convinced it is truly a staggering premise which will seve as the spine of a truly staggering tale.
Source: A Word from the Author in The Road to Gandolfo, 1975.
-- Robert Ludlum, (May 25 1927-2001), US novelist; His thrillers include The Bourne Identity.