“The notion that artists flourish upon adversity and misunderstanding, that they are able to function to the utmost in an atmosphere of indifference or hostility - this notion is nine-tenths nonsense.”
Quote by H. L. Mencken
Work
H.L. Mencken: Prejudices: First, Second, and Third Series
H.L. Mencken's Prejudices: First, Second, and Third Series is a compilation of his insightful and often humorous essays, which delve into a wide range of subjects including politics, literature, and society. Mencken's sharp wit and incisive commentary make this work a classic in American literary criticism. more
Author
H. L. Mencken
H. L. Mencken was an American journalist, essayist, satirist, cultural critic, and scholar of American English. Born on September 12, 1880, and passing away on January 29, 1956, Mencken is renowned for his significant contributions to American culture and language, particularly through his satirical essays and critical analyses of the American establishment. more
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