Quote by Jerome K. Jerome

Some people are under the impression that all that is required to make a good fisherman is the ability to tell lies easily and without blushing; but this is a mistake. Mere bald fabrication is useless; the veriest tyro can manage that. It is in the circumstantial detail, the embellishing touches of probability, the general air of scrupulous -- almost of pedantic -- veracity, that the experienced angler is seen.

Some people are under the impression that all that is requir

Summary

This quote highlights the misconception that being an expert fisherman solely relies on the skill of telling convincing lies. However, the quote states that mere fabrication is effortless and unimpressive. It is the ability to add realistic details, embellish the narrative with probability, and present a sincere appearance of truthfulness that sets apart an experienced angler. The quote emphasizes the importance of mastering the art of storytelling in fishing, suggesting that true expertise lies in skillful manipulation and captivating storytelling rather than outright lies.

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By Jerome K. Jerome

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