Words are the most subtle symbols which we possess and our human fabric depends on them.
Iris MurdochThere is no substitute for the comfort supplied by the utterly taken-for-granted relationship.
Iris MurdochThere is no beyond, there is only here, the infinitely small, infinitely great and utterly demanding present.
Iris MurdochI think being a woman is like being Irish. Everyone says you're important and nice, but you take second place all the same.
Iris Murdoch