“In a story, you only had to wish you were somewhere, and you were there”
— Ian McEwan
Simplified Meaning:
When you're reading a story, your imagination can take you anywhere. If the characters are in a magical land or another country, you can feel like you are right there with them just by wishing it. Think about when you read a book about adventures in space. Even though you are sitting in your home, your mind feels like it’s flying through the stars. It's like daydreaming where you can be anyone or go anywhere without moving a muscle. This tells us that stories are powerful because they transport us to different places with just our thoughts, sparking creativity and providing an escape from reality. In everyday life, you can apply this by reading more to experience new worlds, cultures, and ideas, broadening your understanding and making life more exciting.
