It is difficult to write a paradise when all the superficial indications are that you ought to write an apocalypse. It is obviously much easier to find inhabitants for an inferno or even a purgatorio.

Summary

This quote suggests that creating a vision of a perfect world, or paradise, in writing can be challenging. The author acknowledges that it seems more natural and effortless to depict a world in chaos or uncertainty, such as an apocalypse or purgatory. The inherent negativity and conflict in these settings often resonate more easily with readers. However, despite this difficulty, the quote implies that the task of portraying a harmonious and ideal world through writing is worth the effort, even though it may initially appear daunting.

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