Vulgarity is, in reality, nothing but a modern, chic, pert descendant of the goddess Dullness.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Vulgarity is presented as a stylish descendant of dullness.
- In plain terms
- Being vulgar is just being boring in a new way.
- What can you take from it?
- Trends in bad taste often hide simple lack of depth.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What counts as vulgar now?
- Is it just old boredom?
Another view
Some vulgarity is intentional and not boring.
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