Quote by Oscar Wilde

The worst of it is that I am perpetually being punished for nothing; this governor loves to punish, and he punishes by taking my books away from me. It's perfectly awful to let the mind grind itself away between the upper and nether millstones of regret and remorse without respite; with books my life would be livable -- any life.

The worst of it is that I am perpetually being punished for

Summary

In this quote, the speaker expresses their frustration about unjust punishment and the oppressive conditions they face. They highlight the governor's love for punishment, specifically by depriving them of books. The absence of books intensifies their suffering, as it traps their mind in a constant state of regret and remorse. The speaker emphasizes that having access to books is crucial for any form of livable life, suggesting that reading provides solace and an escape from their harsh reality.

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Books Imprisonment

By Oscar Wilde

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