Quote by Salman Rushdie

Whores and writers, Mahound. We are the people you can't forgive.

Whores and writers, Mahound. We are the people you can't for

Summary

This quote, attributed to Salman Rushdieâ€™s character Mahound in "The Satanic Verses," speaks to the perceived societal judgment and marginalization faced by two distinct yet seemingly interconnected groupsâ€”whores and writers. Both are viewed as deviating from societal norms, challenging established conventions, and provoking discomfort in their own ways. By highlighting these two groups, the quote suggests that they share a common experience of being at odds with societal expectations and, as a result, face similar condemnation and the unforgiving gaze of society.

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By Salman Rushdie

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