Against the beautiful and the clever and the successful, one can wage a pitiless war, but not against the unattractive: then the millstone weighs on the breast.

Summary

This quote suggests that one can easily criticize and rally against those who are beautiful, clever, and successful, but it is much harder to find fault or harm those who are unattractive or less fortunate. The metaphor of the millstone weighing on the breast implies that attempting to harm or discriminate against the unattractive can leave one burdened with guilt or remorse. Overall, this quote highlights the unfairness and ineffectiveness of targeting those who are less fortunate, while emphasizing the challenges involved in fighting against societal norms that prioritize beauty and success.

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