One critical cliché suggests that, at one time or another, society is "ready" for certain works of art.
This suggests a belief that human character is infinitely malleable, a common error among political ideologues who would define and limit culture. The idea is not without some merit, but it fails to take into account individual force of will. It is the nature of rebellion to find its expression in those who will bear the yoke of responsibility, but who cannot tolerate the idea of any form of subjection to a mindless conformity.
This suggests a belief that human character is infinitely malleable, a common error among political ideologues who would define and limit culture. The idea is not without some merit, but it fails to take into account individual force of will. It is the nature of rebellion to find its expression in those who will bear the yoke of responsibility, but who cannot tolerate the idea of any form of subjection to a mindless conformity.
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