“I now wonder whether what I felt was the love of friendship, in which like loves like and wants only the other's good, or love of concupiscence, in which one wants one's own good and the lacking wants only what completes it.”
This novel delves into the life of a young monk who becomes entangled in the political intrigue of the Catholic Church during the 13th century. It examines the conflict between the purity of faith and the corrupting influence of power, offering a rich tapestry of historical detail and moral complexity. more
Italian essayist, scholar, and critic. Umberto Eco is renowned for his unique literary style and profound academic background. His works integrate history, philosophy, literature, and semiotics, with his most famous novel being 'The Name of the Rose'. more
“...love can harm the lover when it is excessive.”
“Moderation is but the key to avoid gluttony.”
“To look in the eyes of the one you live with & see true love is indeed the purest of pleasures.”
“Your soulmate will always find you, be it in this life or the next.”
“To dream of love & wake up beside your lover is divinity itself.”
“It is human to crave the touch of another’s skin for it is where pleasures can be found.”
“Love isn’t money or possessions. It is the ability to feel whole in the arms of the one you adore.”