Quote by Umberto Eco

I did not know then what Brother William was seeking, and to tell the truth, I still do not know today, and I presume he himself did not know, moved as he was solely by the desire for truth, and by the suspicion - which I could see he always harbored - that the truth was not what was appearing to him at any given moment.


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Summary

This quote suggests that Brother William, the subject of the quote, is on a quest for truth. However, it highlights the uncertainty surrounding his search. The speaker acknowledges that they do not know the exact nature of what Brother William is seeking, as they believe even Brother William himself may not fully comprehend it. The quote implies that Brother William is driven by a relentless desire for truth, but he is constantly skeptical that what he perceives as truth may not be genuine.

By Umberto Eco
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