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In response to "Indeed. The story is fantastic, quibbling about details aside. " by Dr.Vermin+

When somebody claims it's true, the fact that it isn't doesn't seem like a nitpick to me. -- nm

Posted by mara Jul 1 '11, 10:34

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why? what does it matter? - Max Jul 1, 10:52 1
- because context matters. -- nm - mafic Jul 1, 10:54
well sure, but it also turns it from a compelling story of survival and perseverance to a mediocre piece of fiction. -- nm - mafic Jul 1, 10:51 1
- i'm in this camp. and knowing something is true (or not) can dramatically alter the reader's experience. -- nm - kare Jul 1, 10:59
Of course it doesn't, to *you*. - Dr.Vermin+ Jul 1, 10:43

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