Quote by Ursula K. LeGuin

The unread story is not a story; it is little black marks on wood pulp. The reader, reading it, makes it live: a live thing, a story.

The unread story is not a story; it is little black marks on

Summary

This quote emphasizes the transformative power of reading. It suggests that without a reader, a story in written form is merely words on a page. It is through the act of reading that the story becomes alive, taking shape in the reader's imagination and coming to life in their mind. It implies that the true essence of a story lies in the experience of the reader, bringing it to life through their interpretation, emotions, and connection with the characters and events.

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By Ursula K. LeGuin

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