People are like lice - they get under your skin and bury themselves there. You scratch and scratch until the blood comes, but you can't get permanently deloused.
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In Henry Miller's "Tropic of Cancer," the author uses a powerful metaphor comparing people to lice. This analogy suggests that individuals can be irritating and invasive, embedding themselves into one’s life and psyche. Just like lice, they can be difficult to remove, causing distress and frustration. The act of scratching symbolizes the struggle to cope with these relationships, which can lead to emotional pain, highlighting the complexities of human interaction.
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