Quote by W. Somerset Maugham

Love is what happens to men and women who don't know each other.

Love is what happens to men and women who don't know each ot

Summary

This quote suggests that love can often arise between individuals who are initially strangers or unfamiliar with one another. It implies that love is not necessarily based on a long-standing relationship or deep familiarity, but rather can happen unexpectedly and spontaneously. It highlights the mysterious and serendipitous nature of love, emphasizing that it can emerge even between people who have no prior history or knowledge of each other.

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By W. Somerset Maugham

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