Victor Hugo
This one made me smile - how true I thought!
Both parts of it ring true to me. These days I am guaranteed to leave the house with a book stored on my phone; although I still often leave the house with a real book, just in case...
Knowing that wherever I land; whatever spare or waiting time appears before me; I will have a book to read is a great source of comfort. I think I like the way in which reading a book in public probably gives off a sense of 'don't interrupt me please'. I am quite a solitary person and not great at social interaction with strangers (of course I can do it, but often times would rather not).
A book lets me disappear in a public spot. I like that.
And the second part of the quote - often coming back with more than I set out with is absolutely true!!!
Who can resist a book shop? Second hand books, new books, window displays, quirky titles, fabulous illustrations - I am there for them all.
It is not uncommon for me to go into town for groceries and come back with books.
The joy of having a new book to read deserves a word of its own!
Two books bought online recently - the story of Nancy Cunard and her Press in Paris - can't wait to read about an intriguing woman and her letterpress printing.
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