Because in Atlas Shrugged, alpha male Francisco d'Anconia tells railroad company VP Dagny Taggart that she sounds happy in her new relationship: 'But, you see, the measure of the hell you're able to endure is the measure of your love.
In "Not That Bad: Dispatches from Rape Culture" by Roxane Gay, a key theme revolves around the complexities of love and resilience in the face of adversity. The reference to Francisco d'Anconia's remark in "Atlas Shrugged" underscores the intricate relationship between one’s capacity to endure suffering and their ability to love deeply. This suggests that enduring personal challenges can amplify one’s emotional connections.
Gay's exploration of this theme brings awareness to...
