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“Fiction is not only a music, though there has long been aesthetic tension over the slightly tormenting question of just how musical it should be. How stylish should the novel be? Is it a mirror or a music, a camera or a painting?” (James Wood, How Fiction Works)

The question of how fiction should be styled is a fascinating one.

Is it a mirror reflecting reality, or a canvas for creativity?

James Wood delves into this topic, offering valuable insights into the dual nature of fiction.

His exploration of fiction as a form of music invites us to consider its power and impact.

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