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Frederick Ward thought novels immoral and had been known…

“Frederick Ward thought novels immoral and had been known to leave the room rather than subject himself to "bohemian" opinions.” quote by Donald McCaig
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““Frederick Ward thought novels immoral and had been known to leave the room rather than subject himself to "bohemian" opinions.””

Donald McCaig

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Frederick Ward avoids intellectual discourse, deeming novels immoral, and physically removes himself from opposing views.

In simple terms: He shuns literature and dissenting opinions.

Key Takeaway

Engage with diverse ideas despite discomfort.

Themes

intellectualism conformity literature social isolation censorship

Mood

reflective critical

Type

philosophical literary

When to use this quote

  • academic debates
  • book clubs
  • creative writing workshops
  • political discussions

Key Concepts

cognitive dissonance cultural elitism open‑mindedness

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why do you reject certain viewpoints?
  • How can you stay open to challenging ideas?
A Different Perspective

Avoiding ideas limits personal growth.

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