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“When I began to write our story down, I thought I was writing a record of hate, but somehow the hate has got mislaid and all I know is that in spite of her mistakes and her unreliability, she was better than most. It's just as well that one of us should believe in her: she never did in herself.” quote by Graham Greene
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“When I began to write our story down, I thought I was writing a record of hate, but somehow the hate has got mislaid and all I know is that in spite of her mistakes and her unreliability, she was better than most. It's just as well that one of us should believe in her: she never did in herself.”

Graham Greene

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Reflects on how love can transform hate into appreciation despite flaws.

In simple terms: Love can soften hate despite mistakes.

Key Takeaway

Recognize love’s redeeming power.

Themes

love redemption flaws

Mood

reflective melancholic

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • personal growth
  • forgiveness

Key Concepts

transformation human frailty

Questions to Reflect On

  • Can love truly outweigh flaws?
  • How to balance love and self‑respect?
A Different Perspective

Love may blind to serious issues.

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