Of all human motivations the most powerful and obsessive is love. It has been written about, sung about, acted and painted... but never fully explained despite the best efforts of scientists, philosophers and psychologists. And would we want to explain it all anyway? It has a magic of its own that is enjoyed (or endured ) by anyone anywhere, rich or poor. It knows no barriers, whether national, religious, gender or race. It is unconditional, often comforting, sometimes painful, full of contradictions. This book contains plenty of quotations on the theme of love in its many guises, drawn from a wide variety of personalities past and present. They range in mood from contemplative and serious to the occasionally whimsical and cynical. It's a book to share, discuss and enjoy, or to bring out your "inner philosopher."