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“He'd never prove it, and if he did there'd be nothing he could do about it. But it would be true, and that was something.” quote by Nick Harkaway
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““He'd never prove it, and if he did there'd be nothing he could do about it. But it would be true, and that was something.””

Nick Harkaway

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Gone-Away World, 2008

Truth may be unattainable, yet its existence holds significance regardless of proof.

In simple terms: Truth may be unknowable but still matters.

Key Takeaway

Value truth even without proof.

Themes

truth certainty existentialism

Mood

thoughtful philosophical

Type

literary reflective

When to use this quote

  • scientific research
  • ethical decision making

Key Concepts

Epistemology philosophy of knowledge

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you act when truth is uncertain?
  • What role does belief play in your life?
A Different Perspective

Truth can be subjective and contested.

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