Quote by Phillip Pullman

Being in love was like China: you knew it was there, and no doubt it was very interesting, and some people went there, but I never would. I'd spend all my life without ever going to China, but it wouldn't matter, because there was all the rest of the world to visit.

Being in love was like China: you knew it was there, and no

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This quote suggests that love is like an intriguing destination, much like China. Although some may venture into love, the speaker believes they will never experience it. However, this does not dampen their outlook on life, as they feel there are countless other opportunities and adventures in the world that can compensate for never having the experience of being in love. The quote highlights the speaker's determination to explore all that life has to offer, emphasizing the vastness of possibilities beyond the realm of love.

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