Steve Toltz
Steve Toltz is an acclaimed Australian novelist, best known for his debut novel "A Fraction of the Whole," which was shortlisted for the Man Booker Prize in 2008. Born in Sydney, Toltz's writing is celebrated for its wit, dark humor, and philosophical depth. Drawing from his diverse experiences in various jobs and travels, Toltz crafts narratives that explore complex themes with a distinctive voice.
Book summaries for books written by Steve Toltz
Quotes
The world is a filthy place. It's a filthy goddamned horror show.
The more you want to know, the less you understand.
The truth is, life is full of holes, and if you don't fill them up with other people, you go mad.
You can't always go by what people say. You've got to watch what they do and how they act to get the truth. People are always acting.
The future is a moment of truth we continually disappoint.
You can't be sure of anything until you know everything.
The more you love a person, the harder it is to tell them.
I think sometimes you have to lie to find the truth.
I think the only thing worse than death is life, so I'll keep living.
The only way to know a person is to love them without hope.
The only way to be truly happy is to love, and the only way to love is to be happy.
The more you hate, the more you love, and the more you love, the more you hate.