Quote by Nadine Gordimer

Nothing factual that I write or say will be as truthful as my fiction.

Nothing factual that I write or say will be as truthful as m

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This quote suggests that the truth can be more effectively conveyed through storytelling and fiction than through factual statements. It implies that through fiction, writers can delve deeper into the human experience and emotions, presenting a more profound and authentic version of reality. It highlights the power of imagination and storytelling in capturing deep truths and resonating with readers in ways that straight facts often cannot.

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