What's the point of a houseful of books you've already read?

About This Quote

This quote is meant to highlight the importance of reading. People occasionally find themselves with a house full of books and they feel no need to read them again. This is totally unnecessary. Think about all the benefits you get from reading.

Reading books can make you smarter, develop your vocabulary, and give you knowledge about many different subjects, making you better prepared for life. To skip over this important step in your life is to miss out on the opportunity to learn new things.

Source: Someone Comes To Town, Someone Leaves Town

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