Quote by Dorothy Parker

This book is not to be tossed lightly aside, but to be hurled with great force.

This book is not to be tossed lightly aside, but to be hurle

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This quote suggests that the book in question is not meant to be ignored or disregarded casually. Instead, it should be treated with extreme passion and intensity. The speaker advocates for an energetic engagement with the book's contents, urging readers to fully invest themselves, exerting maximum effort and enthusiasm when interacting with it. The quote may underscore the profound impact and significance that the book holds, emphasizing the need for it to be approached with great vigor and determination.

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