Quote by Oscar Wilde

The highest as the lowest form of criticism is a mode of autobiography. Those who find ugly meanings in beautiful things are corrupt without being charming. This is a fault.

The highest as the lowest form of criticism is a mode of aut

Summary

This quote suggests that criticism is reflective of the person giving it. When individuals perceive negative aspects in beautiful things, it reveals their own corrupted state, lacking charm. Such a tendency to focus on flaws rather than appreciating the beauty is seen as a personal flaw itself. The quote implies that criticism is not only an evaluation of the subject but also serves as a window into the critic's own character and mindset.

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