Quote by Rebecca West

I wonder if we are all wrong about each other, if we are just composing unwritten novels about the people we meet?

I wonder if we are all wrong about each other, if we are jus

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This quote suggests a contemplation on human perception and interpersonal relationships. It raises the possibility that our understanding of others might be subjective and influenced by our imagination. It proposes the idea that we construct narratives or stories in our minds about the people we encounter, potentially disregarding their true essence. It encourages self-reflection regarding the assumptions and biases we may hold in our interpretations of others, emphasizing the potential gaps between our perceptions and reality.

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