Doe Quote by Jeffrey Eugenides
“If love were endless, if it were on tap, it wouldn't hit us the way it does. And we certainly wouldn't write about it.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Marriage Plot by Jeffrey Eugenides, 2011
Love is portrayed as a finite, precious resource that fuels artistic expression; its scarcity makes it powerful and worth writing about.
In simple terms: Love feels special because it’s limited.
Cherish love’s rarity.
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When to use this quote
- writing poetry
- relationship counseling
- marketing love narratives
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does scarcity shape desire?
- Can love be valued without limits?
If love were limitless, its impact might diminish, reducing motivation to create.