Oscar Wilde, The Picture of Dori Quotes

A collection of quotes by Oscar Wilde, The Picture of Dori.

Oscar Wilde was a renowned Irish writer, poet, and playwright, born on October 16, 1854. He is best known for his wit, flamboyant personality, and his contributions to English literature. Among his famous works is "The Picture of Dorian Gray," published in 1890. This novel explores themes of hedonism, corruption, and the pursuit of beauty, provoking societal and moral discussions during its time. Wilde's unique writing style and sharp social criticisms continue to inspire and captivate readers worldwide. Unfortunately, he faced personal and public hardships due to societal disapproval of his sexuality. Oscar Wilde passed away on November 30, 1900, leaving behind a significant literary legacy.

The reason we all like to think so well of others is that we are all afraid for ourselves. The basis of optimism is sheer terror. We think that we are generous because we credit our neighbour with the possession of those virtues that are likely to be a benefit to us. We praise the banker that we may overdraw our account, and find good qualities in the highwayman in the hope that he may spare our pockets. I mean everything that I have said. I have the greatest contempt for optimism. As for a spoiled life, no life is spoiled but one whose growth is arrested. If you want to mar a nature, you have merely to reform it. As for marriage, of course that would be silly, but there are other and more interesting bonds between men and women. I will certainly encourage them. They have the charm of being fashionable.

Oscar Wilde, The Picture of Dori

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