"It is foolish to think that you have to read all the books you buy, as it is foolish to criticize those who buy more books than they will ever be able to read. It would be like saying that you should use all the cutlery or glasses or screwdrivers or drill bits you bought before buying new ones." Umberto Eco
The man is so right.
"Books have a sense of honor. Once you've lent them, they never come back." Theodor Fontane
Does that mean we shouldn't lend books? I love discussing books with others and often, the only way to do this is to lend them mine.
Some people should be made aware of that. But those are usually the ones who don't read in the first place and don't want to get people to get ideas or be smart. (And yes, I'm referring to a certain president who is proud to be dumb.)
I love Umberto Eco!
ReplyDeleteI've only read the one book by him but have more on my TBR pile. Which one would you recommend, Lark?
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