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“You can almost always find chains of coincidence to disprove magic. That's because it doesn't happen the way it does in books. It makes those chains of coincidence. That's what it is.” quote by Jo Walton
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““You can almost always find chains of coincidence to disprove magic. That's because it doesn't happen the way it does in books. It makes those chains of coincidence. That's what it is.””

Jo Walton

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

The quote argues that apparent magical events can be explained by ordinary coincidences, undermining supernatural explanations.

In simple terms: Magic can be debunked by finding ordinary coincidences.

Key Takeaway

Look for natural explanations before assuming magic.

Themes

skepticism critical thinking science

Mood

inquisitive analytical

Type

philosophical skeptical

When to use this quote

  • investigating claims
  • debunking myths
  • scientific inquiry

Key Concepts

causality probability pattern recognition

Questions to Reflect On

  • What evidence would convince you of genuine magic?
  • How do you differentiate coincidence from causation?
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