In his latest column, Larry Barnett meditates on the slippery meaning of love, asking whether it stems from altruism, desire, attachment, instinct or some blend of all. He notes the limits of having a single English word for so variable an experience, contrasting it with languages that distinguish among types: ancient Greek's four terms, Spanish's querer and amar, and Japanese's ai and koi. A reflective piece for readers inclined to philosophize.
Read the full story: Larry Barnett: This Crazy Thing Called Love — Sonoma Valley Sun, Aug 24.
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