“History is a set of lies agreed upon.”
What this quote means
Robert Merle's reflection invites us to see history not as absolute truth, but as a human construction, often shaped by those in power. It resonates because it awakens our critical mind towards official narratives. In our lives, it encourages us to question dominant versions, seek other perspectives, and recognize that each era rewrites the past according to its needs.
How to apply it daily
Question a historical account you took for granted by consulting multiple sources, including minority perspectives, and note the discrepancies.
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