Quote by Robert Louis Stevenson

I kept always two books in my pocket, one to read, one to write in.

I kept always two books in my pocket, one to read, one to wr

Summary

This quote suggests that the speaker always carried two books with them: one to read and one to write in. It implies the importance of constantly expanding one's knowledge through reading and also actively engaging with information through writing. By simultaneously consuming information and reflecting on it, the speaker highlights the value of continuous learning and personal growth.

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By Robert Louis Stevenson

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