When we are collecting books, we are collecting happiness.

Vincent Starrett
When we are collecting books, we are collecting happiness.
When we are collecting books, we are collecting happiness.
When we are collecting books, we are collecting happiness.
When we are collecting books, we are collecting happiness.
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When we are collecting books, we are collecting happiness. This quote is a reminder that instead of filling our homes with stuff, we should be keeping our homes full of books. Books provide a way to connect with others and create a bond that transcends language and culture. We all have moments in life when we need a reminder of what makes us happy. The books around us can help us remember.

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