The Observing Eye is a collection of Muriel Spark's brilliant asides sayings & aphorisms No other writer can hold a candle to her wry puckish observations' Neurotics are awfully quick to notice other people's mentalities'' It is impossible to persuade a man who does not disagree but smiles'' The sacrifice of pleasure is of course itself a pleasure'' Be on the alert to recognize your prime at whatever time in your life it may occur'' Ridicule is the only honourable weapon we have left' Spark's striking insights are precise & unforgettable
- they will make you laugh & nod in agreement with a wicked smile on your face Her wise words never fail to hit exactly the right note