Dust Quote by Alan Moore
“Truth is a well-known pathological liar. It invariably turns out to be Fiction wearing a fancy frock. Self-proclaimed Fiction, on the other hand, is entirely honest. You can tell this, because it comes right out and says, "I'm a Liar," right there on the dust jacket.”
About This Quote
Source Graphic Novel: Promethea, 1999
Fiction openly admits its falsehood, while truth often disguises itself as fiction.
In simple terms: Truth can be hidden behind stories.
Key Takeaway
Question narratives.
Themes
truth
fiction
perception
Mood
thoughtful
intriguing
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- media literacy
- creative writing
- critical thinking
- storytelling
- journalism
Key Concepts
Postmodernism
metafiction
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you discern truth in narratives?
- What role does honesty play in storytelling?
A Different Perspective
May blur line between fact and fiction too much.
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