Alain de Botton, On Love Quotes

A collection of quotes by Alain de Botton, On Love.

Alain de Botton is a Swiss-born British philosopher and author whose work primarily focuses on everyday issues and their connection to philosophy. In his book "On Love," de Botton explores the nature of romantic relationships through the lens of philosophy, delving into themes such as attraction, lust, and the complexities of long-term commitment. Known for his engaging and accessible writing style, de Botton combines personal anecdotes with philosophical insights to provide readers with a thought-provoking exploration of love and its many facets.

The longing for a destiny is no nowhere stronger than in our

The longing for a destiny is no nowhere stronger than in our romantic life. All too often forced to share our bed with those who cannot fathom our soul, can we not be forgiven if we believe ourselves fated to stumble one day upon the man or woman of our dreams.

Alain de Botton, On Love

The more familiar two people become, the more the language t

The more familiar two people become, the more the language they speak together departs from that of the ordinary, dictionary-defined discourse. Familiarity creates a new language, an in-house language of intimacy that carries reference to the story the two lovers are weaving together and that cannot be readily understood by others.

Alain de Botton, On Love

...if the beginnings of love and amorous politics are equall

...if the beginnings of love and amorous politics are equally rosy, then the ends may be equally bloody.

Alain de Botton, On Love