Quote by Jane Austen

With a book he was regardless of time.

With a book he was regardless of time.

Summary

This quote suggests that when someone is engaged in reading a book, they become completely absorbed and unconcerned about how much time they are spending on it. They are so engrossed in the story or information contained within the book that they forget about the outside world and lose track of time. It implies that reading has a powerful ability to captivate and transport individuals into a different realm, where the concept of time becomes insignificant.

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By Jane Austen

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