Summary
This quote implies that income tax returns are essentially works of creative writing instead of factual accounts of one's income and expenses. It highlights the inherent complexity and subjective nature of the tax system, suggesting that people often manipulate their tax filings to their advantage. By calling tax returns "imaginative fiction," the quote reflects the cynicism and distrust many people have towards the accuracy and fairness of the tax system.
Topics
Taxation
By Herman Wouk