Quote by Graham Greene

He entered the territory of lies without a passport for return.

He entered the territory of lies without a passport for retu

Summary

This quote suggests that the person being referenced has ventured into a realm where deceit and falsehoods are prevalent, without any guarantee of being able to escape or return to truth. It implies that they have willingly entered a situation or environment characterized by dishonesty, potentially risking their own moral integrity or inviting consequences that may ultimately be difficult to undo or escape from. They have stepped into this realm with no clear pathway back to reality, suggesting the potential dangers or consequences that may accompany willingly engaging in deception or falsehoods.

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Deception/lying

By Graham Greene

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