Robertson DaviesA truly great book should be read in youth, again in maturity and once more in old age, as a fine building should be seen by morning light, at noon and by moonlight.
About This Quote
This quote is an excellent example of the importance of reading. The author, Andre Maurois, makes it clear that the goal of a book is not to be an engrossing work but rather to let the reader experience all aspects of reading. By doing this, the reader gets a greater understanding of what he or she is reading and how it relates to his or her life. This quote also gives readers permission to reread books on different levels.
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