This is not a book. This is libel, slander, defamation of character. This is not a book, in the ordinary sense of the word. No, this is a prolonged insult, a gob of spit in the face of Art, a kick in the pants to God, Man, Destiny, Time, Love, Beauty ... what you will.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Miller rejects literary norms, describing his work as an attack on conventional values.
- In plain terms
- I am not writing a normal book.
- What can you take from it?
- Break literary conventions boldly.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is this art or offense?
- What rules should be broken?
Another view
It may alienate readers seeking traditional narrative.
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