What did Forster talk about in these speeches about the relationship between fiction and reality?
Forster emphasized the differences and connections between fiction as a fictional art form and the real world when he talked about the relationship between fiction and reality in these speeches. He believed that novels could convey an idea or value to the readers through the creation of fictional characters and plots, which could influence the readers 'realistic behavior and thinking. At the same time, Forster also pointed out that the novel could be used as a way to reflect on reality. Through fictional stories and characters, readers could deeply reflect on the problems and challenges in real society. He believed that novels could help readers better understand and face the real world by revealing the cruelty and hypocrisy of reality, thus promoting social progress and development. Therefore, in these speeches, Forster called on novelists to pay attention to reality, pass on positive ideas and values through excellent works, and provide readers with useful enlightenment and guidance to promote the development and progress of society.