Quote by Neil Gaiman

Stories are like spiders, with all they long legs, and stories are like spiderwebs, which man gets himself all tangled up in but which look pretty when you see them under a leaf in the morning dew, and in the elegant way that they connect to one another, each to each.

Stories are like spiders, with all they long legs, and stori

Summary

This quote compares stories to spiders and spiderwebs, highlighting their intricate nature and interconnectedness. Like spiders with their long legs, stories can have many different elements and dimensions. Similarly, just as a spider's web can ensnare a person, stories can captivate and entangle individuals. However, the quote also mentions the beauty of stories, comparing them to delicate webs glistening with dew. It emphasizes the elegance with which stories connect and intertwine, suggesting that their profound impact and aesthetics lie in their ability to link different experiences and ideas.

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