Consider the fact that you are now experiencing death, in a curious way. Not being in Paris right now, you know what it is like to be dead in Paris. … - Douglas Hofstadter

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Consider the fact that you are now experiencing death, in a curious way. Not being in Paris right now, you know what it is like to be dead in Paris. No lights, no sounds — nothing. The same goes for Timbuctu. In fact, you are dead everywhere — except for one small spot. Just think how close you are to being dead everywhere!