Quote by Virginia Woolf

Books are everywhere; and always the same sense of adventure fills us. Second-hand books are wild books, homeless books; they have come together in vast flocks of variegated feather, and have a charm which the domesticated volumes of the library lack. Besides, in this random miscellaneous company we may rub against some complete stranger who will, with luck, turn into the best friend we have in the world.

Books are everywhere; and always the same sense of adventure

Summary

In this quote, the author emphasizes the enchanting nature of second-hand books. They describe these books as wild and homeless, having gathered from various sources, each with its own unique characteristics. Unlike the orderly library volumes, they possess a certain charm. The author suggests that within the pages of these random, diverse books, one may stumble upon a stranger who could become an unexpected and lifelong companion. Overall, the quote highlights the allure and potential for serendipitous connections that can be found within the world of second-hand books.

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Books Book Lovers Bookstores Used Books

By Virginia Woolf

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