Amount Quote by Robert E. Howard
“One objection I have heard voiced to works of this kinddealing with Texasis the amount of gore spilled across the pages. It can not be otherwise. In order to write a realistic and true history of any part of the Southwest, one must narrate such things, even at the risk of monotony.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Texas Tales, 1932
Realistic histories of the Southwest must include graphic violence to avoid sanitizing the past.
In simple terms: Violence is necessary for truthful history.
Key Takeaway
Include harsh realities when depicting history.
Themes
history
realism
violence
regional culture
Mood
serious
reflective
Type
literary
historical
When to use this quote
- academic research
- novel writing
- documentary filmmaking
- museum curation
- historical education
Key Concepts
historical truth
graphic detail
ethical storytelling
Questions to Reflect On
- How much graphic detail is needed for authenticity?
- When does realism become gratuitous?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on gore can alienate readers and distract from deeper themes.
