Hand Quote by Julian Barnes
““Is there anything more plausible than a second hand?””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Sense of an Ending by Julian Barnes, 2011
It questions whether a secondhand item can be more credible than an original.
In simple terms: Secondhand can seem more believable.
Consider the source of information.
Themes
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Type
When to use this quote
- shopping
- collecting
- vintage markets
- online reviews
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you assess credibility of used items?
- When might a replica be preferable?
Reliability of secondhand depends on context and verification.