Quote by Irwin Shaw

I cringe when critics say I'm a master of the popular novel. What's an unpopular novel?

I cringe when critics say I'm a master of the popular novel.

Summary

In this quote, the speaker expresses their disdain for being labeled as a master of the popular novel. They find the concept of an "unpopular novel" somewhat ironic or puzzling. The quote challenges the notion that novels can be categorized solely into popular and unpopular categories, suggesting that popularity may not be the true measure of a book's worth or impact. It raises questions about the complexities of literary judgments and serves as a critique of oversimplifying and undervaluing works that may not fit within traditional definitions of popularity.

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