Why is it that reality, when set down untransposed in a book, sounds false?

Summary

This quote suggests that when reality is directly represented in written form without any alteration or interpretation, it can come across as artificial or deceptive. It implies that the written word alone cannot fully capture the complexity and richness of real-life experiences. In literature, authors often resort to fictional elements, creative storytelling techniques, and literary devices to convey reality more effectively and authentically, as the unfiltered depiction might lack the narrative construction required for readers to fully connect with and understand the depicted world.

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