The universe lies to our senses and they lie to us, and how can we ourselves be anything but liars? For myself, I trust neither message nor messenger; neither what I am told, nor what I see. There may be truth somewhere, but it never gets down to me
In "The Last Unicorn," Peter S. Beagle reflects on the deceptive nature of reality, suggesting that both the universe and our perceptions are untrustworthy. He expresses skepticism toward the information we receive and the experiences we have, indicating that our senses can mislead us. This creates a conflict in understanding truth, as if everything we perceive is stripped of its authenticity.
The author reveals a deep mistrust of messages and messengers alike, concluding that there may be some form of truth in existence, but it remains elusive and unattainable. This sentiment of uncertainty leads to a realization that, amid the complexities of life, genuine understanding is difficult to achieve, leaving us to question our own integrity in the pursuit of truth.
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