Quote by Patrick Kavanagh

It is impossible to read the daily press without being diverted from reality. You are full of enthusiasm for the eternal verities -- life is worth living, and then out of sinful curiosity you open a newspaper. You are disillusioned and wrecked.

It is impossible to read the daily press without being diver

Summary

This quote suggests that the daily press, referring to newspapers or media, can often be misleading or damaging to one's perception of reality. It implies that individuals may feel optimistic about life and its intrinsic value, but upon reading the news, they become disenchanted and demoralized. The quote highlights the negative impact of sensationalism and the potentially disheartening information that can be found in newspapers, implying that they disappointingly veer away from the timeless truths that make life worthwhile.

By Patrick Kavanagh

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