Quote by Martin Amis

My life looked good on paper - where, in fact, almost all of it was being lived.

My life looked good on paper - where, in fact, almost all of

Summary

This quote suggests that on the surface, everything may seem to be going well in someone's life. However, upon closer examination, it becomes apparent that most of their experiences and accomplishments exist only on paper, lacking a genuine or deeply meaningful existence. It implies a stark contrast between appearances and reality, highlighting the emptiness that can sometimes lie behind a seemingly perfect life when one's true happiness and fulfillment are missing.

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Life Writing Paper

By Martin Amis

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