Maxioms by Cyril Connolly
Hate is the consequence of fear; we fear something before we hate it; a child who fears noises becomes a read more
Hate is the consequence of fear; we fear something before we hate it; a child who fears noises becomes a man who fears noises.
The artist one day falls through a hole in the brambles, and from that moment he is following the dark read more
The artist one day falls through a hole in the brambles, and from that moment he is following the dark rapids of an underground river which may sometimes flow so near to the surface that the laughing picnic parties are heard above.
There is no pain equal to that which two lovers can inflict on one another. This should be made clear read more
There is no pain equal to that which two lovers can inflict on one another. This should be made clear to all who contemplate such a union. The avoidance of this pain is the beginning of wisdom, for it is strong enough to contaminate the rest of our lives.
Youth is a period of missed opportunities.
Youth is a period of missed opportunities.
Vulgarity is the garlic in the salad of taste.
Vulgarity is the garlic in the salad of taste.
