My dear Duke, I know nothing of the joys of homo-sexuality. You must speak to my friend Oscar about that. And yet, if Shakespeare had asked me, I would have had to submit.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker claims ignorance of homosexuality but admits to yielding to Shakespeare if asked.
- In plain terms
- I don't know about homosexuality but would have submitted to Shakespeare.
- What can you take from it?
- Status can override personal boundaries or preferences.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Does power change attraction?
- How much should status influence personal choices?
Another view
It implies willingness based on celebrity rather than mutual consent.
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