“We are funny creatures. We don’t see the stars as they are, so why do we love them? They are not small gold objects, but endless fire.”
More from Saul Bellow
“It's usually the selfish people who are loved the most. They do what you deny yourself,…”
“I mean you have been disappointed in love, but don’t you know how many things there are to…”
“Unless you’re completely exploded, there’s always something to be grateful for.”
“And what about all the good I have in my heart - does it mean anything?”