Quote by Oscar Wilde
I hate vulgar realism in literature. The man who would call a spade a spade should be compelled to use one.
Summary
This quote expresses a disdain for the use of plain and explicit depictions in literature. The speaker is critical of writers who are overly blunt and direct, suggesting that they should instead be made to embody their straightforwardness by physically using the objects they describe. It conveys the idea that the speaker prefers a more subtle and nuanced approach to storytelling, finding value in literature that is less explicit and more imaginative.
Topics
Literature
By Oscar Wilde
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