Quote by Djuna Barnes

Sleep demands of us a guilty immunity. There is not one of us who, given an eternal incognito, a thumbprint nowhere set against our souls, would not commit rape, murder and all abominations.

Sleep demands of us a guilty immunity. There is not one of u

Summary

This quote implies that sleep provides us with a temporary escape from reality, where we can indulge in fantasies or inappropriate desires without consequence or guilt. It suggests that deep down, humans have the capacity for dark and immoral actions, which are suppressed during waking hours. If given the assurance of never being discovered or held accountable, even the most morally upright individuals would potentially engage in heinous acts such as rape and murder.

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By Djuna Barnes

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