Clarity Quote by George Orwell

““A story always sounds clear enough at a distance, but the nearer you get to the scene of events the vaguer it becomes.””

George Orwell

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Clarity Clear Distance Communication Confusion Events Vaguer Nearer Scene Sounds Clear Story Story Sounds Vagueness

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