“Ancient Egypt 1300BC Be a scribe! Engrave this in your heart So that your name might live on like theirs! The scroll is better than the carved stone. A man has died: his corpse is dust, And his people have passed from the land. It is a book that makes him be remembered In the mouth of the speaker who reads him.”
This book delves into the historical development of reading habits, tracing their origins, transformations, and significance in shaping human civilization. It examines various aspects of reading, including its role in education, entertainment, and intellectual growth, and how it has influenced different societies and cultures throughout history. more
Alberto Manguel, born in 1948, is a renowned writer from Argentina. His works span various literary forms, including novels, essays, and translations, and are known for their unique style and profound insights into human culture. more
“Highlight what counts and contributes the most.”
“You are a conniving, deceitful hussy. I stand in awe." "You're sitting." "I sit in awe.”
“...You are not just going to vanish like this, Karou. This isn't some goddamn Narnia book.”
“Be a Samurai. Because you just never know what's behind the freaking sky.”
“Cake for later, cake as a way of life.”