Quote by Harley King

Memory is a sly devil that pretends to wear the cloak of truth, but deceives us both in our youth and our age.

Memory is a sly devil that pretends to wear the cloak of tru

Summary

This quote highlights the deceptive nature of memory. It suggests that our memories, both in our youth and as we grow older, can often be unreliable and misleading. Even though memories may give the appearance of truth, they can be cunning and trick us into believing inaccurate or embellished versions of past events. The quote serves as a reminder to approach memories with caution, recognizing the potential for manipulation and distortion.

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