Quit Odious Quote by Virginia Woolf
““But let other pens treat of sex and sexuality; we quit such odious subjects as soon as we can.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: "A Room of One's Own", 1929
Critiques the avoidance of sexual topics in literature, urging openness.
In simple terms: Writers shy away from sex.
Address taboo subjects directly.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- writing workshops
- academic curricula
- publishing decisions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do writers avoid these topics?
- How can openness improve literature?
Risk of sensationalism over substance.