Change Quote by Augusten Burroughs
““I love her handbag. Inside are papers and her wallet and cigarettes and at the bottom, where she never looks, there is loose change, loose mints, specs of tobacco from her cigarettes. Sometimes I bring the bag to my face, open it and inhale as deeply as I can.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Running with Scissors by Augusten Burroughs, 2002
The narrator describes an intimate, almost compulsive fascination with a woman's personal belongings, using sensory detail to convey longing and obsession.
In simple terms: He is obsessed with her personal items.
Key Takeaway
Observe how sensory details reveal hidden desires.
Themes
obsession
intimacy
sensory detail
Mood
intimate
obsessive
Type
literary
psychological
When to use this quote
- relationship analysis
- character study
- writing technique
Key Concepts
psychology
addiction
personal space
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the bag symbolize for him?
- How does scent trigger memory?
A Different Perspective
The focus on objects may overlook emotional connection.
