Quote by James Joyce

Writing in English is the most ingenious torture ever devised for sins committed in previous lives. The English reading public explains the reason why.

Writing in English is the most ingenious torture ever devise

Summary

This quote suggests that writing in English can be an extremely challenging and frustrating experience, akin to a form of punishment for past wrongdoings. The "English reading public" is suggested to be the cause of this torture, possibly implying that they are highly critical and demanding in their expectations of written work. Overall, the quote humorously reflects on the difficulties faced by writers in producing excellent English content, presumably due to the discerning nature of the readership.

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By James Joyce

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