They lack suggestive power. And when a book lacks suggestive power, however hard it hits the surface of the mind it cannot penetrate within.

Summary

This quote suggests that books without suggestive power are unable to deeply impact the mind of the reader. The quote implies that such books may capture the reader's attention but fail to engage with their thoughts and emotions on a more profound level. By lacking the ability to penetrate within, these books are said to only scratch the surface of the reader's mind, leaving them without a lasting impression or transformative experience.

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