"Fiction has consisted either of placing imaginary characters in a true story, which is the Iliad, or of presenting the story of an individual as having a general historical value, which is the Odyssey"
- Raymond Queneau
About this Quote
This quote by Raymond Queneau talks to the 2 primary kinds of fiction that have been popular throughout history. The very first kind of fiction is positioning fictional characters in a real story, which is exemplified by the Iliad. This type of fiction is based upon a genuine event, but the characters are not genuine individuals. The 2nd kind of fiction is presenting the story of an individual as having a basic historical value, which is exhibited by the Odyssey. This type of fiction is based on a genuine person, however the story is not always true. Both types of fiction have actually been popular throughout history and have actually been utilized to tell stories that are both amusing and informative. Queneau's quote talks to the power of fiction to inform stories that are both amusing and helpful, and to offer insight into the human experience.
This quote is written / told by Raymond Queneau between February 21, 1903 and October 25, 1976. He/she was a famous Poet from France.
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