In "Let it Come Down," Paul Bowles captures a chaotic perspective on life through his character's observations. The quote highlights a sense of acceptance and even appreciation for the disorder surrounding them. The term 'madhouse' suggests a tumultuous environment where unpredictability reigns, yet there is an underlying wish for this chaos to remain unchanged.
This yearning for chaos indicates a rejection of conventional stability in favor of the vibrant and raw experiences that life offers. It reflects how the character finds a certain freedom within the madness and perhaps believes that such unpredictability brings depth and richness to existence.