Admire Quote by Vladimir Nabokov
“Dostoevky's lack of taste, his monotonous dealings with persons suffering with pre-Freudian complexes, the way he has of wallowing in the tragic misadventures of human dignity - all this is difficult to admire.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Literary Criticism, 1935
Dostoevsky's focus on suffering and outdated psychology makes his work hard to admire.
In simple terms: His themes feel dated and overly tragic.
Seek fresh perspectives on classic literature.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- academic courses
- book clubs
- personal reading
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What makes a work timeless?
- How do personal biases affect criticism?
Subjectivity influences literary taste.