Admirable Quote by Andre Breton
“What is admirable about the fantastic is that there is no longer anything fantastic: there is only the real.”
About This Quote
The statement suggests that what once seemed extraordinary is now ordinary, implying that the extraordinary has become mundane.
In simple terms: The fantastic has become ordinary, leaving only reality.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the loss of wonder.
Themes
reality
mundanity
illusion
perception
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- everyday life
- cultural shifts
- media saturation
Key Concepts
philosophy
modernism
existentialism
Questions to Reflect On
- What does "fantastic" mean today?
- How can we revive wonder?
A Different Perspective
It may overlook the value of imagination.
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