Quotes from Mason Cooley

The grandeur of a philosophy does not certify its truth.

We sometimes find truth, but more often it finds us.

Don't tell me it's raining when you're peeing on me!

Errors are more numerous than truths, but fortunately too divided among themselves to take power.

Theory now: concern for truth must not hobble our discussion.

Truth usually stammers at first.

After I have said what is required by my vanity and my morality, I may find a moment for Truth.

I am plain-speaking out of both sides of my mouth.

The horizon is more than a convention of landscape painting, less than truth.

In an aphorism, aptness counts for more than truth.

Universal truths have become an embarrassment, but they won't quite go away.

The truths I shun follow me, mumbling.

The truth usually has a slightly ugly look.

Realism: the wealth of detail guarantees the truth of the tale.

Malice is always authentic and sincere.

Every declaration of love contains an unstated list of exceptions and demands.

In the game of love, the losers are more celebrated than the winners.

I am no longer in love, but I still have my jealousy.

Lovers do all the talking and writing. What are the Beloveds thinking?

In youth, love and art. In age, investments and antiques.

Snarls and sobs show that a love affair is getting serious.

Like other secret lovers, many speak mockingly about popular culture to conceal their passion for it.

I seldom remember my father, but I sneeze and rub my nose the way he did. I also love my son with grief and anger, as he did.

When love ends, the beloved is no longer standing on a pedestal, but in a hole.