“To the daughters of Eve, that they may teach men that love is not lechery, nor the simony of voluptuousness, but a joy that dwells in the highest and holiest regions of the terrestrial paradise, that they may make it the highest prize of virtue, the most glorious conquest of genius, the first force of human progress.”
Dora: A Headcase is a narrative that delves into the complexities of mental health and the challenges of self-discovery. The story follows the protagonist, Dora, as she navigates her own psyche and the societal expectations placed upon her. The novel is a poignant exploration of the human condition and the struggle to maintain one's sense of self amidst external pressures. more
Lidia Yuknavitch is an American author born in 1963. Her works are known for their profound emotional depth and unique narrative style, exploring themes of identity, gender, and human experience. more
“What we need, is a break out. Out of our lives, out of Seattle, out of the dumb script of girl.”
“A la inversa, para mí, de ella, lo que importaba era su presencia en mí.”
“When your friends like you, it is your craze and when your frenemies like you, it is your grace”
“Why find faults if everything was fine?”
“When she didn’t care about a man, she was in complete control. When she cared, she lost herself.”
“If a man is amazing in bed, you can rationalize just about anything to keep him there.”