# Quote — Naguib Mahfouz, Palace of Desire

> It's inconceivable that there should ever be an appropriate atmosphere for me to hear talk like this. You have no respect for Fahmy's memory.'"

- Author: [Naguib Mahfouz](https://www.leafyquotes.com/naguib-mahfouz.md)
- Book: [Palace of Desire](https://www.leafyquotes.com/naguib-mahfouz/palace-of-desire.md)
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- Quote page: https://www.leafyquotes.com/naguib-mahfouz/palace-of-desire/its-inconceivable-that

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> Your rebellion against religion was a sudden leap I didn't expect.'"

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> Kamal felt like a man suddenly finds himself beneath a streetcar, after feeling completely satisfied about his safety and security.'"

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> There was a change in his heart too. He felt aversion and repulsion."

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