Quote by Tim O'Brien

A lie, sometimes, can be truer than the truth, which is why fiction gets written.

A lie, sometimes, can be truer than the truth, which is why

Summary

This quote suggests that in certain situations, a lie or fiction can convey a deeper truth or understanding that the truth itself may fail to capture. It implies that through fiction, writers can explore complex themes, emotions, and ideas that may not be adequately conveyed by factual accounts of reality. By bending the truth or creating hypothetical scenarios, fiction can unveil profound insights and provoke deeper reflections on the human condition that may ultimately be more truthful than objective facts.

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