Fear Quote by Oscar Wilde
“Yes, there is a terrible moral in 'Dorian Gray' - a moral which the prurient will not be able to find in it, but it will be revealed to all whose minds are healthy. Is this an artistic error? I fear it is. It is the only error in the book.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Picture of Dorian Gray, Oscar Wilde, 1890
The story hides a dark moral that only healthy minds can grasp, suggesting an artistic flaw.
In simple terms: A hidden moral is only seen by the healthy.
Key Takeaway
Seek deeper meanings in art.
Themes
art
morality
interpretation
literature
psychology
Mood
thought‑provoking
analytical
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- reading
- discussion groups
- literary criticism
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
critical analysis
aesthetic theory
Questions to Reflect On
- What moral does the story reveal?
- Do you think the flaw is intentional?
A Different Perspective
Interpretation may be subjective.
