The most important lesson in the writing trade is that any manuscript is improved if you cut away the fat.
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Who is more real? Homer or Ulysses? Shakespeare or Hamlet? Burroughs or Tarzan?
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote questions the nature of reality and the distinction between fictional characters and their creators.
This quote from Robert A. Heinlein prompts us to reflect on the essence of reality and fiction, suggesting that characters in literature can embody their own truths and exist in ways that are perhaps more 'real' than their creators. It blurs the lines between the creator and the creation, urging us to consider the significance and impact of fictional narratives and how they resonate with our understanding of existence.
Themes
RealityFictionCharactersLiteratureCreation
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about literature, one might use this quote to illustrate the depth of fictional characters.
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