How we cite our quotes: (Chapter.Paragraph)
Quote #7
He was trying to convince himself that he wasn't guilty. (13.22)
Steve recognizes this in the other inmate, but is he guilty of the same crime?
Quote #8
We lie to ourselves here. Maybe we are here because we lie to ourselves. (17.4)
What kinds of internal lies would land a person in prison? What kinds of lies landed Steve in prison? It seems like Steve might be both literally and mentally imprisoned by his lies.
Quote #9
The prosecutor said I was lying. I wanted to ask her what she expected me to do when telling the truth was going to get me 10 years. (18.86)
Which is more important—the truth or personal freedom? Can personal freedom only be enjoyed when it's attained by telling the truth? We have so many questions…