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“When she bleeds the smells I know change colour. There is iron in her soul on those days. She smells like a gun.” quote by Jeanette Winterson
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“When she bleeds the smells I know change colour. There is iron in her soul on those days. She smells like a gun.”

Jeanette Winterson

About This Quote

Source Poem: “The Iron Soul”, 1995

Physical blood metaphorically signals emotional change and inner strength.

In simple terms: Bleeding signals inner change.

Key Takeaway

Recognize signs of personal transformation.

Themes

metaphor identity strength

Mood

poetic intense

Type

literary reflective

When to use this quote

  • recovering from trauma
  • creative writing
  • self‑reflection

Key Concepts

Poetic symbolism emotional awareness

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does “iron in her soul” suggest?
  • How do you notice emotional shifts?
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