Quote by Salman Rushdie

The liveliness of literature lies in its exceptionality, in being the individual, idiosyncratic vision of one human being, in which, to our delight and great surprise, we may find our own vision reflected.

The liveliness of literature lies in its exceptionality, in

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This quote highlights the unique and captivating essence of literature. It suggests that literature's charm lies in its ability to be an extraordinary expression of an individual's perspective. It emphasizes the delight and unexpected joy that readers experience when they see their own perspective mirrored in a literary work. Through this, the quote reveals how literature has the power to connect people by allowing them to identify and empathize with the thoughts and emotions of others.

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