Quote by Mark Strand

It's very hard to write humor.

It's very hard to write humor.

Summary

This quote suggests that writing humor is a difficult task. Humor relies on intricacies such as timing, wit, and context, making it challenging to create. It implies that not everyone possesses the ability to effectively express humor through writing, as it requires a certain level of skill and creativity. This short explanation reflects the notion that humor is a complex element to incorporate into writing.

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By Mark Strand

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