“One describes a tale best by telling the tale. You see? The way one describes a story, to oneself or to the world, is by telling the story. It is a balancing act and it is a dream. The more accurate the map, the more it resembles the territory. The most accurate map possible would be the territory, and thus would be perfectly accurate and perfectly useless. The tale is the map that is the territory. You must remember this.”
Quote by Neil Gaiman
Work
Selections from Fragile Things, Volume One: 4 Short Fictions and Wonders
This volume compiles four distinct short stories and pieces of speculative fiction, showcasing a range of imaginative and creative narratives. more
Author
Neil Gaiman
Neil Gaiman, born on November 10, 1960, is a renowned British author. His works span across various genres including fantasy, horror, and science fiction, with notable titles such as 'American Gods' and 'Good Omens'. Gaiman's writing style is distinctive and has won him a dedicated fan base. more
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