“fiction is not only one of the great escapes from the “real world” but also one of the great reflections of it. A good novel can contextualize a moment in history and bring us to understand or accept it with more clarity. Reading can even be a humbling experience, allowing us to discover new perspectives in cultural conversations and challenge our assumptions about the world around us.”
— Justin Cook
I couldn’t agree more!
Same here, Liz. Reading this passage was one of those “I wish I had written that” moments for me. Thanks for reading and commenting.
I know just what you mean!