Quote by G.K. Chesterton

The joke is generally in the oddest way the truth and yet not the fact.

The joke is generally in the oddest way the truth and yet no

Summary

This quote suggests that humor often contains elements of truth, although not necessarily representing literal facts. It implies that jokes can paradoxically reveal certain truths about the world or human nature, albeit through unconventional or exaggerated means. In essence, the quote suggests that humor has the power to convey deeper insights by playing with reality and presenting alternative perspectives.

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By G.K. Chesterton

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