Books, not which afford us a cowering enjoyment, but in which each thought is of unusual daring; such as an idle man cannot read, and a timid one would not be entertained by, which even make us dangerous to existing institution --such call I good books.

Summary

This quote highlights the idea that truly valuable books are not those that simply provide pleasant and comfortable distractions. Instead, they are books that challenge conventional thinking and push boundaries. These books may be too intellectually demanding for the lazy reader and too unsettling for those who avoid controversy. By questioning existing institutions, these "good books" have the power to inspire critical thinking and potentially even lead to societal change.

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