Quote by Susan Sontag

An erotic life is, for more and more people, that which can be captured on digital photographs and on video. And perhaps the torture is more attractive, as something to record, when it has a sexual component.

An erotic life is, for more and more people, that which can

Summary

This quote suggests that in contemporary society, an increasing number of individuals find satisfaction and pleasure in an erotic life that revolves around capturing sexual experiences through digital photographs and videos. It implies that there is a growing fascination with documenting sexual activities, and the idea that capturing acts of torture may be particularly alluring when combined with a sexual element. The quote raises questions about the role of technology in shaping our desires and perceptions of eroticism.

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By Susan Sontag

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