“Any historian of the literature of the modern age will take virtually for granted the adversary intention, the actually subversive intention, that characterizes modern writing - he will perceive its clear purpose of detaching the reader from the habits of thought and feeling that the larger culture imposes, of giving him a ground and a vantage point from which to judge and condemn, and perhaps revise, the culture that produces him.”
Quote by Lionel Trilling
Work
The Moral Obligation to Be Intelligent: Selected Essays
This book is a compilation of essays that delve into the significance of intelligence and its ethical responsibilities. The essays likely examine various perspectives on the nature of intelligence and its role in society, morality, and personal growth. more
Author
Lionel Trilling
Lionel Trilling was an influential American literary critic and writer, born on July 4, 1905, and died on November 5, 1975. He was a significant figure in 20th-century American literary criticism, known for his profound thought and sharp insights. more