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“The hand that records is also what makes everything unclear.” quote by M.T. Anderson
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““The hand that records is also what makes everything unclear.””

M.T. Anderson

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Source Book: The Thing About Jellyfish by M.T. Anderson, 2015

The act of documenting can obscure truth rather than clarify it.

In simple terms: Writing can cloud clarity.

Key Takeaway

Be critical of how records shape perception.

Themes

communication perception truth

Mood

reflective skeptical

Type

analytical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • research
  • journalism
  • personal journaling
  • legal testimony

Key Concepts

media literacy information overload

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does documentation affect your understanding?
  • When does recording help vs. hinder?
A Different Perspective

Records may reflect bias, not reality.

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