Michel De MontaigneI enjoy books as misers enjoy treasures, because I know I can enjoy them whenever I please.
About This Quote
The books that we own and love to read are like treasures that we hoard and keep safe in our homes. Like a miser, we hold on to them because we know that they will always be there for us. When we get the chance to read them, we savor each word and experience of them.
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