The cruellest lies are often told in silence.

What it means

You can betray a friend without saying a word, by not speaking up. Stevenson says many loves have died from pride or shyness. Say what needs saying.

The source

"The cruellest lies are often told in silence." Robert Louis Stevenson said it in Truth of Intercourse (Virginibus Puerisque, 1881). Written in English: Virginibus Puerisque, 1881.

"The cruellest lies are often told in silence."

Original English (Virginibus Puerisque, 1881), Truth of Intercourse (Virginibus Puerisque, 1881). Text read at gutenberg.org.

Who said it

Robert Louis Stevenson (1850–1894). Scottish writer of Treasure Island who spent his last years in Samoa. His essays in Virginibus Puerisque (1881) defend hope, idleness and happiness.

Questions

What does "The cruellest lies are often told in silence." mean?

You can betray a friend without saying a word, by not speaking up. Stevenson says many loves have died from pride or shyness. Say what needs saying.

Who said "The cruellest lies are often told in silence."?

Robert Louis Stevenson (1850–1894). Source: Truth of Intercourse (Virginibus Puerisque, 1881).

What is the original wording?

The cruellest lies are often told in silence (Original English (Virginibus Puerisque, 1881)). Written in English: Virginibus Puerisque, 1881.

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