Charles Baxter Quotes

A collection of quotes by Charles Baxter.

Charles Baxter is an acclaimed American author known for his insightful fiction novels and short stories. Born on May 13, 1947, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, he received his education from Macalester College and the State University of New York. Baxter's works explore themes of suburban life, relationships, and the complexities of human nature. He has published numerous works, including novels like "The Feast of Love" and "First Light," and has received recognition with honors such as the Guggenheim Fellowship and the Rea Award for the Short Story. Baxter's writing is admired for its compelling characters and evocative storytelling.

The point is that although love may die, what is said on its

The point is that although love may die, what is said on its behalf cannot be consumed by the passage of time, and forgiveness is everything.

Charles Baxter

Love Forgiveness

What's agitating about solitude is the inner voice telling y

What's agitating about solitude is the inner voice telling you that you should be mated to somebody, that solitude is a mistake. The inner voice doesn't care about who you find. It just keeps pestering you, tormenting you--if you happen to be me--with homecoming queens first, then girls next door, and finally anybody who might be pleased to see you now and then at the dinner table and in bed on occasion. You look up from reading the newspaper and realize that no one loves you, and no one burns for you.

Charles Baxter

Love Relationships Solitude Settling