I went on and on, and as I continued, I became more righteous in my indignation. It was the sort of anger one gets high on, the kind one takes home to show off to family and friends.
In "Reading Lolita in Tehran," Azar Nafisi recounts her experiences as a literature professor in Iran under oppressive circumstances. As she delves into discussions about literature, she encounters a deep sense of indignation that fuels her longing for intellectual freedom. This anger, rather than being merely destructive, becomes a source of strength and motivation for her to resist the censorship and restrictions imposed on her and her students.
Nafisi illustrates how this righteous indignation transforms into a kind of emotional high, allowing her to channel her frustrations into passionate discussions about the world of literature. The fervor she feels becomes a badge of honor, something she wants to share with her loved ones, highlighting the importance of literature as not just a form of resistance, but also a means to connect with others in profound ways.