Books Quote by Anonymous
“I see no reason in morality, why literature should not have as one of its intentions the arousing of thoughts of lust. It is one of the effects, perhaps one of the functions of literature to arouse desire, and I can discover no grounds for saying that sexual pleasure should not be among the objects of desire which literature presents to us, along with heroism, virtue, peace, death, food, wisdom, God, etc.”
About This Quote
Literature can explore all human desires, including sexual, without moral restriction.
In simple terms: Literature may portray sexual desire alongside other themes.
Key Takeaway
Accept sexual desire as a legitimate literary theme.
Themes
morality
literature
desire
Mood
provocative
thought‑provoking
Type
philosophical
controversial
When to use this quote
- novel writing
- academic analysis
- creative workshops
Key Concepts
human nature
artistic freedom
Questions to Reflect On
- Should literature be censored for moral reasons?
- How does sexual content affect reader engagement?
A Different Perspective
Some audiences may reject sexual content as immoral.
