“There is one quality which unites all great and perdurable writers, you don't NEED schools and colleges to keep 'em alive. Put them out of the curriculum, lay them in the dust of libraries, and once in every 80 often a chance reader, unsubsidized and unbribed, will dig them up again, put them in the light again, without asking favours.”
This book delves into the art of reading, offering insights into how to understand and appreciate literature. It covers various aspects of reading, including comprehension strategies, analysis techniques, and the appreciation of different literary forms. more
Ezra Pound was an American poet, literary critic, and economist. Born on October 30, 1885, and passing away on November 1, 1972, he is regarded as one of the most influential poets of the 20th century. Known for his work in the Imagist movement and his extensive contributions to literature, Pound played a pivotal role in shaping modern poetry. more
“Not everyone has the habit of remembering the people who stood by them.”
“Yeah, but aren’t all books kind of self-insert fanfiction?”
“Start more books. Quit most of them. Read the great ones twice.”
“I will let you build me a home if you promise me a library.”