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“No days, perhaps, of all our childhood are ever so fully lived are those that we had regarded as not being lived at all: days spent wholly with a favourite book.”

Quote by Marcel Proust

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Days of Reading

This book is a compilation of thoughtful essays that delve into the personal experiences and reflections on the act of reading. It covers a range of topics from the pleasure of reading to the impact of literature on individuals and society. more

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Marcel Proust
Marcel Proust

Marcel Proust was a French novelist renowned for his magnum opus, 'In Search of Lost Time'. This novel is considered a classic of 20th-century literature, known for its intricate psychological portrayals and profound exploration of memory. more

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