Quote by John Dos Passos
If I were sufficiently romantic I suppose I'd have killed myself long ago just to make people talk about me. I haven't even got the conviction to make a successful drunkard.
Summary
This quote reflects a cynical perspective on oneself and the desire for attention or recognition. The speaker suggests that in a world that values drama and romanticism, they lack the determination to engage in extreme actions like suicide or even becoming a notorious drunkard just for the sake of getting attention and gossip from others. It implies a certain disappointment with their own lack of conviction and an awareness of society's penchant for valuing sensationalism over substance.