Quote by Katherine Anne Porter

I shall try to tell the truth, but the result will be fiction.

I shall try to tell the truth, but the result will be fictio

Summary

This quote expresses the challenges of conveying truth through storytelling. Despite the intention to be truthful, the inherent nature of storytelling often transforms it into fiction. This highlights the limitations of human experiences and perceptions, as personal biases and perspectives influence the way stories are narrated. It also suggests that real life is far more complex and elusive to capture in its entirety, as storytelling inevitably involves selectivity and interpretation, ultimately shaping a fictionalized version of events.

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