Moral Quotes
The books that the world calls immoral are books that show the world its own shame.
"The books that the world calls immoral are books that show the world its own shame."— Oscar Wilde
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Meaning of this quote
The accusation of immorality may reflect a reader’s discomfort with their own society.
Key takeaway:
Ask why a work of art provokes discomfort.
Origin of the quote
The Picture of Dorian Gray, Chapter XIX, Lord Henry.
Who actually said this?
VerifiedThe sentence is documented in Lord Henry’s dialogue. It belongs to the novel’s treatment of art, morality, and influence.
