People think I’m funny because I’m not.
Meaning
Humor often comes unintentionally from personality rather than deliberate effort.
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About the author
(1922–1995) was an English novelist, poet, and critic known for his satirical works. His debut novel "Lucky Jim" became a defining work of post-war British literature. Amis’s writing often critiques academic life, social norms, and cultural changes with humor and irony. Over his career, he produced a wide range of novels, essays, and reviews. Kingsley Amis’s influence continues in modern British literature, particularly in satire and comic fiction.
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