emily’s Reviews > The Age of Skin > Status Update

‘English has a wealth of skin-related phrases: To have thick or thin skin, get under someone’s skin—no skin in the game—Skin is intimate and as far as intimacy goes, it takes precedence over metaphors of the heart. While our heart is poised to love all of humanity—we are loved only by our skin.’

‘He summarises—killing in two words: “Relax & Rolex.” In other words—satisfaction & financial gain: Keep calm & carry on.’