The Surrealist Manifesto: A Guide to the Unexplainable

According to the principles of Surrealism, we reject reason and intellect as tools for understanding the world. But, we still need a guide, right? So, here's a brief rundown of the key theories and principles that will get you started on your Surrealist journey.

1. The Law of the Marvelous

The Law of the Marvelous states that the universe is full of wondrous and inexplicable things. It's like, the opposite of the Law of Conservation of Energy, but with more magic.

Key Principles:

• Everything is a wonder, until it's not.
• The universe is a never-ending tapestry of weirdness.

2. The Principle of the Uncanny

The Principle of the Uncanny states that the line between reality and fantasy is blurred, often in the most unsettling ways.

Key Principles:

• The uncanny valley is where the weird things live.
• Don't trust your eyes, trust your gut.

That's all for now. Keep exploring, keep wondering.

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