Old books Quote by Margaret Atwood
““Then she let him lick her fingers for her. He ran his tongue around the small ovals of her nails. This was the closest she could get to him without becoming food: she was in him, or part of her was in part of him. Sex was the other way around: While that was going on, he was in her. I'll make you mine, lovers said in old books. They never said, I'll make you me.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Oryx and Crake, Margaret Atwood, 2003
The passage describes a desperate, consuming intimacy where boundaries blur and desire dominates.
In simple terms: Intense intimacy can feel like losing oneself in another.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and respect personal boundaries.
Themes
intimacy
desire
identity
consumption
Mood
conflicted
thoughtful
Type
ethical
psychological
When to use this quote
- consensual sexual encounters
- exploring desire
- relationship negotiation
Key Concepts
psychological intimacy
power dynamics
sexual agency
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you feel your boundaries are respected?
- How can desire be expressed responsibly?
A Different Perspective
Intimacy without consent can be harmful.
