It’s not that I don’t believe in contemporary literature, but I don’t believe in contemporary readers anymore.
Philip Roth – Portnoy’s Complaint
Disbelief in Readers
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Philip Roth is an American author who wrote the novel "Portnoy's Complaint". The novel is a comedic and controversial exploration of Jewish identity and sexuality, told through the perspective of the protagonist Alexander Portnoy. Roth is widely considered one of the most important and influential American writers of the 20th century, with numerous awards and accolades to his name.
It’s not that I don’t believe in contemporary literature, but I don’t believe in contemporary readers anymore.
Philip Roth – Portnoy’s Complaint
To be bad is good… To be good is simply boring.
Philip Roth – Portnoy’s Complaint
The only thing standing between me and greatness is me.
Philip Roth – Portnoy’s Complaint
Money is absolutely unambiguous. Hence its charm.
Philip Roth – Portnoy’s Complaint