Summary
This quote, attributed to Salman Rushdie’s character Mahound in "The Satanic Verses," speaks to the perceived societal judgment and marginalization faced by two distinct yet seemingly interconnected groups—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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