Quote by Oscar Wilde

The cities of America are inexpressibly tedious. The Bostonians take their learning too sadly; culture with them is an accomplishment rather than an atmosphere; their Hub, as they call it, is the paradise of prigs. Chicago is a sort of monster-shop, full of bustles and bores. Political life at Washington is like political life in a suburban vestry. Baltimore is amusing for a week, but Philadelphia is dreadfully provincial; and though one can dine in New York one could not dwell there.

The cities of America are inexpressibly tedious. The Bostoni

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The quote criticizes various cities in America, portraying them as mundane and uninspiring. The author argues that Bostonians take their intellect too seriously, turning culture into a mere achievement rather than a vibrant environment. They describe Chicago as a bustling and tiresome commercial hub, while political life in Washington is likened to a mundane suburban gathering. Baltimore is seen as temporarily entertaining, but Philadelphia is labeled as extremely provincial. Lastly, even though dining is enjoyable in New York, the author maintains that it is not a place suitable for permanent residence.

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By Oscar Wilde

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