Bitch Quote by Henry Miller
““The other night I took her on-out of pity-and what do you think the crazy bitch had done to herself? She had shaved it clean ... not a speck of hair on it. Did you ever have a woman who shaved her twat? It's repulsive, ain't it? And it's funny, too. Sort of mad like. It doesn't look like a twat any more: it's like a dead clam or something." He describes to me how, his curiosity aroused, he got out of bed and searched for his flashlight. "I made her hold it open and I trained the flashlight on it. You should have seen me ... it was comical. I got so worked up about it that I forgot all about her. I never in my life looked at a cunt so seriously.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Tropic of Cancer, Henry Miller, 1934
The narrator describes a bizarre, voyeuristic episode that blends shock, humor, and a detached fascination with a woman's shaved genitalia, highlighting his own sexual curiosity and emotional detachment.
In simple terms: He recounts a shocking, funny scene of a woman’s shaved genitals and his own odd fascination.
Key Takeaway
Recognize when curiosity turns into objectification.
Themes
sexuality
humor
objectification
detachment
shock
Mood
discomfited
irritated
reflective
Type
narrative
provocative
cautionary
When to use this quote
- intimate encounters
- sexual exploration
- awkward humor
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
voyeurism
gender norms
body politics
Questions to Reflect On
- How does humor affect our perception of consent?
- When does curiosity become disrespect?
A Different Perspective
The scene may glorify invasive curiosity and disrespect personal boundaries.
