Quote by Nelson Algren

The Impossible Generalized Man today is the critic who believes in loving those unworthy of love as well as those worthy --yet believes this only insofar as no personal risk is entailed. Meaning he loves no one, worthy or no. This is what makes him impossible.


The Impossible Generalized Man today is the critic who belie

Summary

This quote reflects on the idea of an "impossible generalized man" who claims to love both those worthy and unworthy of love, as long as no personal risk is involved. The critic mentioned suggests that this kind of conditional love renders the person incapable of true love, for they fail to genuinely care for anyone, regardless of their worthiness. The quote highlights that true love involves an ability to love without conditions or reservations and criticizes the notion of selectively loving only when it is safe, making such a person impossible to exist.

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Love
By Nelson Algren
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