Quote by Ursula K. Le Guin

My imagination makes me human and makes me a fool it gives me all the world, and exiles me from it.

My imagination makes me human and makes me a fool it gives m

Summary

This quote highlights the contradicting nature of imagination. On one hand, it allows individuals to experience and explore the vastness of the world, providing endless possibilities and creations. However, at the same time, it separates them from reality, potentially isolating them and making them seem foolish to others. The quote suggests that while imagination is a defining human characteristic, it also has its drawbacks, detaching individuals from the tangible reality they inhabit.

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By Ursula K. Le Guin

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