Quote by Wallace Stevens

Most modern reproducers of life, even including the camera, really repudiate it. We gulp down evil, choke at good.

Most modern reproducers of life, even including the camera,

Summary

This quote suggests that modern means of reproducing and capturing life, such as cameras, fail to accurately represent reality. It implies that instead of presenting a true reflection of the world, these technologies often distort it. It points out how easily people accept negative aspects of life without questioning them, while positive aspects are overlooked or rejected. Overall, the quote criticizes the tendency of modern reproductions to manipulate and deviate from reality, ultimately obscuring the true essence of life.

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