Magical Realism vs Fantasy in Writing
Magic realism or magical realism is a style of literary fiction and art . It paints a realistic view of the world while also adding magical elements, often blurring the lines between fantasy and reality . [1] Magic realism often refers to literature in particular, with magical or supernatural phenomena presented in an otherwise real-world or mundane setting , commonly found in novels and dramatic performances . [2] : 1–5 Despite including certain magic elements, it is generally considered to be a different genre from fantasy because magical realism uses a substantial amount of realistic detail and employs magical elements to make a point about reality, while fantasy stories are often separated from reality. Magical realism is often seen as an amalgamation of real and magical elements that produces a more inclusive writing form than either...
