Quote by Robert Louis Stevenson

Books are good enough in their own way, but they are a mighty bloodless substitute for life.

Books are good enough in their own way, but they are a might

Summary

This quote suggests that while books have their own value, they cannot replace or replicate the richness and vitality of real-life experiences. While books offer knowledge, imagination, and entertainment, they lack the authenticity, emotions, and irreplaceable lessons that come from living life itself. It emphasizes the importance of getting out into the world, engaging with others, and actively experiencing everything life has to offer, rather than relying solely on the confined perspectives of books.

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By Robert Louis Stevenson

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