Rodman PhilbrickBooks are like truth serum-- if you don't read, you can't figure out what's real.
About This Quote
Reading is the number one way that people learn about the world. With this in mind, it makes sense to say that you can’t figure out what’s real unless you read. This quote expresses the idea that reading is one of the best ways to learn about yourself and your world.
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