Quote by Carlos Fuentes

I am not interested in slice of life, what I want is a slice of the imagination.

I am not interested in slice of life, what I want is a slice

Summary

This quote implies that the speaker is not interested in mundane and conventional aspects of life, symbolized by "slice of life", but rather desires something more captivating and imaginative. They long for experiences, stories, or ideas that push the boundaries of reality and ignite their imagination. This quote reflects a yearning for the extraordinary, craving to escape the ordinary and explore the limitless possibilities offered by the realm of imagination.

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Imagination

By Carlos Fuentes

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