Class Quote by Oscar Wilde
“Work is the curse of the drinking class. I can resist everything except temptation. Moderation is a fatal thing - nothing succeeds like excess. We are all of us in the gutter. But some of us are looking at the stars.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Lady Windermere's Fan, 1892
The quote critiques societal norms, suggesting work and moderation are burdens, while excess and dreaming of higher ideals are more appealing.
In simple terms: Work and moderation are burdens; excess and dreaming are alluring.
Key Takeaway
Embrace ambition, question conformity.
Themes
society
conformity
ambition
Mood
wry
critical
reflective
Type
aphilosophical
satirical
When to use this quote
- career choices
- personal goals
- creative pursuits
- risk taking
Key Concepts
existentialism
hedonism
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you value comfort over aspiration?
- How does moderation affect fulfillment?
A Different Perspective
Excess can lead to unsustainable habits.
