Jeanette Winterson Quotes about Desire

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When I say 'I will be true to you' I am drawing a quiet space beyond the reach of other desires.

When I say 'I will be true to you' I am drawing a quiet space beyond the reach of other desires.

Jeanette Winterson

Drawing, Space, Desire

Jeanette Winterson (2013). “Written On The Body”, p.77, Random House

Love is the one thing stronger than desire and the only proper reason to resist temptation.

Jeanette Winterson

Love Is, Temptation, Desire

Jeanette Winterson (2013). “Written On The Body”, p.78, Random House

I spin worlds where we could be together. I dream you. For me, imagination and desire are very close.

Jeanette Winterson

Dream, Imagination, Desire

However it is debased or misinterpreted, love is a redemptive feature. To focus on one individual so that their desires become superior to yours is a very cleansing experience.

Jeanette Winterson

Love, Focus, Desire