Quote by Leo Rosten

Truth is stranger than fiction; fiction has to make sense.

Truth is stranger than fiction; fiction has to make sense.

Summary

This quote suggests that real-life events and situations often surpass the imagination and creativity found in fictional stories. Reality can be filled with unusual and unpredictable occurrences that are difficult to believe or understand, while fiction needs to adhere to a level of logic and coherence to be believable. It highlights the extraordinary and unconventional nature of reality, which can at times defy the constraints and expectations imposed by the fictional world.

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