Quote by Lionel Shriver

A successful lie cannot be brought into this world and capriciously abandoned; like any committed relationship, it must be maintained, and with far more devotion than the truth, which carries on being carelessly true without any help.

A successful lie cannot be brought into this world and capri

Summary

This quote suggests that a lie requires continuous effort and dedication to be sustained, similar to a committed relationship. Unlike the truth, which naturally remains true without any assistance. It implies that maintaining a lie demands constant attention, vigilance, and manipulation, while the truth can exist effortlessly on its own. The quote presents a contrasting perspective on deception and truth, highlighting the arduous nature of deceit in contrast to the inherent stability of the truth.

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Deception/lying

By Lionel Shriver

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