We crave nothing less that the perfect story; And while we chatter or listen all our lives to a din of craving – jokes, anecdotes, novels, dreams, films, plays, songs, half the words of our days – We are satisfied only by the one short tale we feel to be true; History is the will of a just God who knows us.
"We crave nothing less that the perfect story; And while we chatter or listen all our lives to a din of craving – jokes, anecdotes, novels, dreams, films, plays, songs, half the words of our days – We are satisfied only by the one short tale we feel to be true," Reynolds Price suggests. This highlights the human desire for a meaningful, truthful narrative amidst the constant noise of everyday life.
He further reflects, "History is the will of a just God who knows us," implying that history and stories serve a divine purpose, offering insight and truth about our existence. We seek stories that resonate with this divine understanding, providing us with a sense of purpose and authenticity in a world filled with countless fleeting stories.
