Nadine GordimerNothing factual that I write or say will be as truthful as my fiction.
About This Quote
This quote makes a compelling point about how we perceive truth. If we take a look at the definition of the word “truth,” it is defined as “the property of being true.” So, of course, if something is true it must be factual. But, what if there is no factual evidence to back up a particular claim? In that case, the only way to know for sure whether or not a claim is true is to make it up. This isn’t to say that facts aren’t important; they are. But facts are often misinterpreted or twisted when you make them up in your head.
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