Mark Twain Quote on Truth and Fiction

„Truth is stranger than fiction, but it is because Fiction is obliged to stick to possibilities; Truth isn't.“

Mark TwainMark Twain explains why truth is more unexpected than fiction, which must stick to what is possible.
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Mark Twain was an American writer, humorist, and social critic.

A famous quote by Mark Twain highlighting the surprising nature of truth compared to fiction.


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Mark Twain quote about the difference between truth and fiction

Mark Twain, born Samuel Langhorne Clemens (1835–1910), was a famous American writer and humorist. His works like ‚The Adventures of Tom Sawyer‘ and ‚The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn‘ are classics of American literature. Twain was known for his sharp wit and critical view of society and politics.

Quote by Albert Pike about the necessity of fictions and the secret nature of truthCopyright © yoice.net – Quote Artwork
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"Fictions are necessary for the people, and the Truth becomes deadly to those who are not strong enough to contemplate it in all its brilliance. In fact, what can there be in common between the vile multitude and sublime wisdom? The Truth must be kept secret, and the masses need a teaching proportioned to their imperfect reason." Albert Pike
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