Good taste Quote by John Steinbeck
“In nature two things do not occur-the wheel and good taste.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: East of Eden, 1952
He humorously claims nature lacks wheel and good taste
In simple terms: Nature lacks wheel and good taste
Key Takeaway
Recognize nature's imperfections
Themes
nature
philosophy
humor
Mood
witty
philosophical
Type
literary
humorous
When to use this quote
- environmental design
- urban planning
- art criticism
Key Concepts
natural order
aesthetic judgment
Questions to Reflect On
- What does this say about human vs. natural design?
- Can taste be truly natural?
A Different Perspective
Statement is satirical, not literal
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