“If you ask a living teacher a question, he will probably answer you. If you are puzzled by what he says, you can save yourself the trouble of thinking by asking him what he means. If, however, you ask a book a question, you must answer it yourself. In this respect a book is like nature or the world. When you question it, it answers you only to the extent that you do the work of thinking an analysis yourself.”
Quote by Mortimer Adler
Work
How to Read a Book: The Classic Guide to Intelligent Reading
This book offers a systematic approach to reading, including techniques for active engagement, comprehension, and retention of material across different genres and subjects. more
Author
Mortimer Adler
Mortimer Adler, born on December 28, 1902 in Chicago, USA, and died on June 28, 2001, was a renowned philosopher, educator, and author. He is best known for his in-depth research and popularization of classical works, particularly for his co-authored book 'Great Books of the Western World' with Charles Van Doren. more
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