H.P. LovecraftI couldn't live a week without a private library - indeed, I'd part with all my furniture and squat and sleep on the floor before I'd let go of the 1500 or so books I possess.
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When it comes to books, everything is personal. A private library is one that includes books that are not only your own but are also the thoughts of others. This means that no matter what happens in life, you can always go back to your own private library of thoughts.
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