[I]f a book is well written, I always find it too short.

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If a book is well written, I always find it too short. It’s obvious that books are often too short. They are often too short for our lives. Consider the great works of art that have been written, considered by many to be among the greatest achievements in the history of literature.

The Bible, for example. Many people consider the Bible to be one of the greatest works of literature. But, is it? Are there any other books in all of history that are better? Is there anything even close? Even the most famous works of fiction are simply stories for entertainment.

There are no great ideas contained within them or concepts that can change your life in any way whatsoever. The Bible is no different in this regard. It is a story about events in history.

The characters all have names, but their personalities are not defined within the story itself.

Source: Catharine And Other Writings

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