Quote by Caroline Lejeune

For a good book has this quality, that it is not merely a petrifaction of its author, but that once it has been tossed behind, like Deucalion's little stone, it acquires a separate and vivid life of its own.

For a good book has this quality, that it is not merely a pe

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This quote suggests that a great book goes beyond being a mere reflection of its author's thoughts. Instead, it has the ability to take on a life of its own once it is released into the world. Similar to Deucalion's stone, which transformed into a new being, a good book is able to captivate readers and exist independently, resonating with people on a deep level. Its separate and vivid life signifies the impact and significance that a well-crafted book can have beyond its creator's intentions.

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