“One’s like a closed bud, and most of what one reads and does has no effect at all; but there are certain things that have a peculiar significance for one, and they open a petal; and the petals open one by one; and at last the flower is there.”
This classic novel delves into the emotional and psychological journey of Philip Carey, a young man who faces numerous challenges in his quest for self-fulfillment and independence. more
“True, we might form classes in thinking and reading.”
“…and for goodness’ sake read widely and deeply…”
“Shakespeare should never be a duty.”
“You can read, Kya. There will never be a time again when you can’t read.”
“Ik probeerde bomen te redden, zij maakte er boeken van.”