Question

How does Bierce's definition of a cynic relate to naturalism?

( A blackguard whose faulty vision sees things as they are, not as they ought to be.)
Can someone also explain this quote to me?

Answer 1

Answer:

Naturalism reveals things as they are, rather than as one would prefer to see them.

Explanation:

"A blackguard whose faulty vision sees things as they are, not as they ought to be."

Explanation of quote: The Scythians had a ritual of plucking out a cynic's eyes to enhance his eyesight.