Quote by Henry Miller

What holds the world together, as I have learned from bitter experience, is sexual intercourse.

What holds the world together, as I have learned from bitter

Summary

This quote suggests that the force that maintains cohesion and harmony in the world is sexual intercourse. The speaker implies that they have discovered this through their own personal and potentially difficult experiences. It implies that the act of sexual intimacy plays a significant role in connecting individuals and societies, potentially referring to its physical, emotional, and intimate nature. However, it is essential to consider this quote critically and analyze it within the context and perspective of the speaker.

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By Henry Miller

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