Obviously the facts are never just coming at you but are incorporated by an imagination that is formed by your previous experience. Memories of the past are not memories of facts but memories of your imaginings of the facts.
Meaning of the quote
The quote is saying that the way we see and think about facts is shaped by our own past experiences and imagination. Our memories are not just of the facts themselves, but of how we imagined and thought about those facts. The way we remember the past is not a perfect reflection of what actually happened, but is influenced by our own personal perspectives and experiences.
About Philip Roth
Philip Roth was an acclaimed American novelist and short story writer, known for his intensely autobiographical works, philosophical explorations of reality and fiction, and provocative examinations of American identity. He received numerous prestigious awards, including the Pulitzer Prize and the National Book Award, and is considered one of the greatest American novelists of his era.
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