Quote by Virginia Woolf

Even things in a book-case change if they are alive; we find ourselves wanting to meet them again; we find them altered

Even things in a book-case change if they are alive; we find

Summary

This quote suggests that the experience of reading a book can be transformative. It implies that literature has the ability to bring characters and ideas to life in such a way that they can change and evolve over time, just as living beings do. When we revisit these characters or re-explore the ideas presented in a book, we may notice that they appear different or have undergone a transformation. This highlights the impact that literature can have on readers and the unique connection we can develop with the words on a page.

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Literature

By Virginia Woolf

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