Evening Quote by Italo Calvino
“I will start out this evening with an assertion: fantasy is a place where it rains.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Invisible Cities by Italo Calvino, 1972
Fantasy is portrayed as a realm where the impossible—like rain—occurs, symbolizing the limitless possibilities of imagination beyond ordinary constraints.
In simple terms: Fantasy allows impossible things to happen.
Embrace imaginative thinking.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- writing
- art
- problem solving
- innovation
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does rain in fantasy represent for you?
- How can imaginative ideas solve real problems?
Fantasy may distract from practical realities if not balanced with rational thought.