In "Already Dead" by Denis Johnson, the author explores the concept of dreams and reality, highlighting how a dreamer navigates a surreal realm while remaining unaware of the sleep state. The experience in dreams follows a different set of rules, yet it feels equally logical to the dreamer, mirroring the sensations of waking life.

This duality raises questions about our perception of logic itself and how it's influenced by our feelings. The distinction between what is real and what is imagined blurs, emphasizing that our understanding of the world may depend more on emotional resonance than on objective logic.