Quote by Oscar Wilde

Human life--that appeared to him the one thing worth investigating. Compared to it there was nothing else of any value. It was true that as one watched life in its curious crucible of pain and pleasure, one could not wear over one's face a mask of glass, nor keep the sulphurous fumes from troubling the brain and making the imagination turbid with monstrous fancies and misshapen dreams.

Human life--that appeared to him the one thing worth investi

Summary

This quote reflects the perception that human life is the ultimate subject worthy of exploration and understanding. The speaker considers everything else to be of little significance in comparison. The reference to life as a crucible suggests that it is a mix of both suffering and joy. The metaphor of a mask of glass implies that one cannot hide the impact of life's experiences on their countenance. The mention of sulphurous fumes alludes to the idea that these experiences can disturb the mind and give rise to disturbing thoughts and distorted dreams. Overall, the quote emphasizes the complexity and importance of human existence.

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