Quote by Igor Stravinsky

A plague on eminence! I hardly dare cross the street anymore without a convoy, and I am stared at wherever I go like an idiot member of a royal family or an animal in a zoo and zoo animals have been known to die from stares.

A plague on eminence! I hardly dare cross the street anymore

Summary

This quote expresses a strong disdain for fame and prominence. The speaker feels burdened by their elevated status, lamenting how they require protection even for simple tasks like crossing the street. They resent the constant attention and scrutiny that comes with being well-known, comparing themselves to objects of fascination in a zoo. The quote conveys a sense of frustration and vulnerability caused by the unwanted consequences of fame.

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