Quote by W. Somerset Maugham

I would sooner read a timetable or a catalog than nothing at all.

I would sooner read a timetable or a catalog than nothing at

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This quote expresses the preference for any form of reading material over having no reading material available. It implies that reading, even something as mundane as a timetable or catalog, is considered better than being left with no intellectual stimulation. It highlights the value and appreciation for the act of reading and suggests that any reading material can offer some level of entertainment, engagement, or knowledge.

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