Atheism Quote by Helen Keller
“For my part, I wish, with Mr. Howells, that the literature of the past might be purged of all that is ugly and barbarous in it, although I should object as much as any one to having these great works weakened or falsified.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Lecture on Literature, Helen Keller, 1907
She wants to remove offensive content from classic works but fears damaging their artistic value.
In simple terms: Remove ugliness but keep greatness.
Key Takeaway
Balance preservation with sensitivity.
Themes
literature
ethics
preservation
Mood
thoughtful
concerned
Type
critical
reflective
When to use this quote
- education curricula
- library collections
- public readings
- book clubs
Key Concepts
censorship
artistic integrity
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we edit without losing meaning?
- What criteria decide what is 'ugly'?
A Different Perspective
Removing content may erase historical context and authorial intent.
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