Quote by Christian Nevell Bovee

Bad taste is a species of bad morals.

Bad taste is a species of bad morals.

Summary

This quote suggests that bad taste, in terms of one's preferences and judgments when it comes to aesthetic or artistic matters, is closely linked to one's moral character. It implies that having poor taste indicates a lack of moral values and ethical principles. It implies that someone with bad taste may make questionable choices not only in terms of art and aesthetics but also in their general behavior and decisions. Thus, the quote emphasizes the relationship between one's sense of aesthetics and their overall moral character.

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