# Quote — Naguib Mahfouz, Palace Walk

> She wanted to disguise her embarrassment with irony as usual, even if it was at her own expense.”

- Author: [Naguib Mahfouz](https://www.leafyquotes.com/naguib-mahfouz.md)
- Book: [Palace Walk](https://www.leafyquotes.com/naguib-mahfouz/palace-walk.md)
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- Quote page: https://www.leafyquotes.com/naguib-mahfouz/palace-walk/she-wanted-to-disguise

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> She was thoroughly amazed that this sin made him more amiable.”

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