“We read in slow, long motions, as if drifting in space, weightless. We read full of prejudice, malignantly. We read generously, making excuses for the text, filling gaps, mending faults. And sometimes, when the stars are kind, we read with an intake of breath, with a shudder... as if a memory had suddenly been rescued from a place deep within us--the recognition of something we never knew was there...”
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
“I've always loved joining clubs--although, in truth, they're usually book clubs." ~Robecca Steam”
“Its better to hold a book between your Fingers than to Hold a Cigarette.”