Quote by Robert Reed

Before I was reading science fiction, I read Hemingway. Farewell to Arms was my first adult novel that said not everything ends well. It was one of those times where reading has meant a great deal to me, in terms of my development - an insight came from that book.

Before I was reading science fiction, I read Hemingway. Fare

Summary

This quote highlights the transformative power of reading and the impact that a particular novel, such as Farewell to Arms by Ernest Hemingway, can have on an individual's development. The speaker shares their experience of initially indulging in science fiction literature but finding a profound shift in perspective while reading Hemingway's novel. They emphasize how this book shattered the expectation that everything in life ends positively and consequently contributed to their growth and insight. Overall, the quote emphasizes the profound impact literature can have on shaping a person's worldview and personal development.

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