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Leave Me Alone, I'm Reading: Finding and Losing Myself in Books

This work is a contemplative look at the transformative power of reading. It combines personal anecdotes with thoughtful analysis, offering readers a glimpse into the author's own reading habits and the profound impact books have had on their life. The book explores themes of self-discovery, escapism, and the search for meaning through the act of reading. more

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Maureen Corrigan
Maureen Corrigan

Maureen Corrigan is an accomplished American journalist recognized for her role as a book and cultural critic. Born on July 30, 1955, she has made significant contributions to publications such as The Washington Post and The New York Times. Corrigan's reviews are celebrated for their insightful and humorous analysis. more

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“Thine eyes I love, and they, as pitying me, Knowing thy heart torment me with disdain, Have put on black and loving mourners be, Looking with pretty ruth upon my pain. And truly not the morning sun of heaven Better becomes the grey cheeks of the east, Nor that full star that ushers in the even, Doth half that glory to the sober west, As those two mourning eyes become thy face: O! let it then as well beseem thy heart To mourn for me since mourning doth thee grace, And suit thy pity like in every part. Then will I swear beauty herself is black, And all they foul that thy complexion lack”

“Be compassionate," Morrie whispered. And take responsibility for each other. If we only learned those lessons, this world would be so much better a place." He took a breath, then added his mantra: "Love each other or die.”