"... said Grandfather. "In my experience when people once begin to read they go on. They begin because they think they ought to and they go on because they must. Yes. They find it widens life. We're all greedy for life, you know, and our short span of existence can't give us all that we hunger for, the time is too short and our capacity not large enough. But in books we experience all life vicariously."
A City of Bells by Elizabeth Goudge
So true...so true. And clearly I must begin reading Goudge!
ReplyDeleteI liked the book shop graphic... it makes me yearn to go inside and browse.
ReplyDeleteAnd a great quote... I see from Elizabeth Goudge.
So true!! My life would be so diminished without books!! Bibliopiles forever!! LOL!!
ReplyDeleteWhen I'm reading a book I just can't put down I actually feel like I've climbed inside the book and am living the story!
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely quote! And picture!
ReplyDeleteI've a new book to begin, but only a brief time to do so while my visiting grandchildren are napping and their parents are at the thrift store! I feel so blessed today! The weather is perfect and my favorite people are visiting! And a new book, too!
I agree with Anita -- when I'm reading a story I become part of it and it's better than "calgon" for "taking me away".
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ReplyDeleteI really must read some Goudge!
Deanna
That quote perfectly describes us readers. When I am in the mood for Venice I read Donna Leon; for Sicily Andrea Camilleri; for Botswana Alexander McCall Smith. Book travel that is quick and inexpensive.
ReplyDeleteNow I've a glimpse into why you love Goudge so dearly...lovely and true quote...leaves me wanting more.
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Tracey
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And in blogs, too, I think. I'm considering pulling Pilgrim's Inn from the shelf soon.
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ReplyDeleteI agree completely! :) Sarah
ReplyDeleteYou have a lovely, inspiring blog! :) I came over from I Take Joy...can't wait to poke around here a bit more! Blessings!
ReplyDeleteSo true! Glad you are feeling better!
ReplyDeleteThat is one of my favorite Goudge books and a great quote. Thank you.
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