Children are the vessels into which adults pour their poison.

πŸ“– Salman Rushdie

🌍 Indian  |  πŸ‘¨β€πŸ’Ό Novelist

πŸŽ‚ June 19, 1947
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In Salman Rushdie's "Midnight's Children," the author explores the impact of adult experiences and societal issues on the younger generation. The quote, "Children are the vessels into which adults pour their poison," illustrates how children inherit the emotional and psychological burdens of their parents and society. This metaphor suggests that the negativity and dysfunction in adult lives can taint the innocence of youth. Rushdie emphasizes the importance of recognizing this transfer...

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