In the quote from Max Frisch's book "Montauk," the author reflects on his writing journey and the personal stories he has shared through his narratives. He acknowledges that in exposing his experiences, he has often veiled his true self, opting to highlight only fragments suitable for storytelling. This selective representation leaves significant aspects of his life, including key family relationships, unaddressed and unacknowledged.

Frisch expresses a poignant realization following his sister's death, emphasizing the disconnect between his literary output and his genuine experiences. Despite knowing much about her, he regrets not having captured those memories in his writing. Ultimately, he recognizes that instead of truly documenting his identity, he has merely betrayed himself by avoiding authenticity in his portrayals.