Quote by Anais Nin

Electric flesh-arrows... traversing the body. A rainbow of color strikes the eyelids. A foam of music falls over the ears. It is the gong of the orgasm.

Electric flesh-arrows... traversing the body. A rainbow of c

Summary

This quote vividly describes the intense sensory experience of an orgasm. The mention of "electric flesh-arrows" suggests the thrilling and intense sensation of pleasure that rushes through the body. The idea of a "rainbow of color" striking the eyelids symbolizes the euphoria and heightened perception in the moment. The phrase "foam of music" creates an image of auditory ecstasy, as if the orgasmic experience is so overwhelming that it envelops the senses. The quote overall captures the intense pleasure and sensory explosion that accompanies an orgasm.

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By Anais Nin

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