Augustus waters Quote by John Green
““There are infinite numbers between 0 and 1. There's .1 and .12 and .112 and an infinite collection of others. Of course, there is a bigger infinite set of numbers between 0 and 2, or between 0 and a million. Some infinities are bigger than other infinities. A writer we used to like taught us that. There are days, many of them, when I resent the size of my unbounded set. I want more numbers than I'm likely to get, and God, I want more numbers for Augustus Waters than he got. But, Gus, my love, I cannot tell you how thankful I am for our little infinity. I wouldn't trade it for the world. You gave me a forever within the numbered days, and I'm grateful.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Fault in Our Stars, John Green, 2012
The narrator reflects on infinite sets, comparing personal longing to mathematical infinity, and cherishes a finite, shared love despite endless possibilities.
In simple terms: Even infinite possibilities feel limited without a cherished love.
Key Takeaway
Value the finite love you have.
Themes
love
infinity
longing
gratitude
mathematics
Mood
hopeful
reflective
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- relationship reflection
- creative writing
- philosophical discussion
- personal growth
- grief processing
Key Concepts
finite vs infinite
existential longing
personal meaning
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “little infinity” mean to you?
- How can infinite possibilities feel limiting?
A Different Perspective
The metaphor may over‑intellectualize simple emotions.
