“On the one side there were those who claimed that love, if it be allowed bat all, must be kept tame by marriage vows and family ties so that its fiery heat warms the hearth but does not burn down the house. On the other there were those who believed that only passion freed the soul from its mud-hut, and that only by loosing the heart like a coursing hare and following it until sundown could a man or woman sleep quietly at night.”
Written by Gabriel García Márquez, this novel is a rich tapestry of dreamlike narratives that intertwine various elements of folklore and magic realism. It follows the story of a young girl who falls in love with a cherry tree, leading to a series of surreal adventures and encounters with mythical creatures. more
Jeanette Winterson is a renowned British author known for her distinctive literary style and profound social commentary. Her works span a wide range of themes, including novels, essays, and poetry. Winterson's novel 'Oranges Are Not the Only Fruit' is a story about growth, faith, and sexuality that has received widespread acclaim. more
“Whatever you strive to do, as long as you do it your best, its enough.”
“Passion is the fire to all great things.”
“A healthy woman has as much passion as any man and can be as attracted to a man as he to her.”