Character Quote by James Ellroy
“I don't feel in any way obligated to remain current with the culture. I feel no social obligation whatsoever. I trust my morality in the narrow path I trek through the world as I work.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Literary Magazine, 2018
Rejecting societal pressure to stay culturally current, trusting personal morality.
In simple terms: Follow personal ethics over trends.
Stay true to your moral compass.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal decision making
- career choices
- artistic expression
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Is cultural awareness necessary?
- How to balance personal and social ethics?
May lead to isolation or misunderstanding.