Quote by Samuel Beckett

Let me go to hell, that's all I ask, and go on cursing them there, and them look down and hear me, that might take some of the shine off their bliss.

Let me go to hell, that's all I ask, and go on cursing them

Summary

This quote emphasizes the speaker's desire for justice and retribution. They express their willingness to endure suffering in hell if it means they can continue to vent their anger and curses towards those who have wronged them. By urging their oppressors to witness their suffering, the speaker hopes to diminish their happiness or satisfaction with the belief that justice may be served in some form.

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