Atrocity Quote by Salman Rushdie
“Many writers who have had to deal with the subject of atrocity can't face it head-on.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Midnight's Children, Salman Rushdie, 1981
Writers often avoid confronting horrific subjects directly, preferring indirect or symbolic treatment.
In simple terms: Avoiding direct horror in writing.
Explore difficult topics with honesty.
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When to use this quote
- journalism
- novel writing
- documentary filmmaking
- teaching literature
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can writers balance truth with sensitivity?
- What techniques allow indirect yet powerful storytelling?
Direct portrayal may retraumatize audiences or be censored.