Quote by Toni Morrison

The ability of writers to imagine what is not the self, to familiarize the strange and mystify the familiar, is the test of their power.

The ability of writers to imagine what is not the self, to f

Summary

This quote suggests that the true measure of a writer's skill lies in their ability to create worlds and characters that go beyond their own personal experiences. It highlights the importance of imagination in literature, as writers should be able to make the unknown feel familiar and the known feel mysterious. The quote emphasizes that a writer's power lies in their capacity to bring forth unique perspectives and narratives that broaden our understanding of the world.

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By Toni Morrison

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