Quote by Noah Porter

No one can read with profit that which he cannot learn to read with pleasure.

No one can read with profit that which he cannot learn to re

Summary

This quote suggests that in order to truly benefit from reading, one must find enjoyment in the act of reading itself. Simply going through the motions without deriving pleasure from the experience will not result in any value or understanding gained. It emphasizes the importance of finding interest and pleasure in reading material, as this is what allows for a deeper understanding and knowledge acquisition.

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By Noah Porter

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