Quote by Henry Miller

This is not a book. This is libel, slander, defamation of character. This is not a book, in the ordinary sense of the word. No, this is a prolonged insult, a gob of spit in the face of Art, a kick in the pants to God, Man, Destiny, Time, Love, Beauty... what you will.

This is not a book. This is libel, slander, defamation of ch

Summary

This quote suggests that the mentioned work is not simply a book, but rather an act of aggression aimed at various aspects of life. It portrays the work as a form of libel, slander, and defamation, indicating that it intends to harm others' reputations. The quote further describes it as an insult towards art, a disrespectful act towards spirituality, humanity, fate, time, love, and beauty. In essence, the quote portrays the work as a deliberate provocation, challenging and undermining fundamental aspects of existence.

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By Henry Miller

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