Quote by Jane Austen

but for my own part, if a book is well written, I always find it too short.

but for my own part, if a book is well written, I always fin

Summary

This quote expresses the author's sentiment that when a book is well written, it captivates and engages the reader to the point where they wish it could continue for much longer. The quote implies that the enjoyment derived from a good book is so profound that the reader never wants the experience to end. It suggests a literary work's ability to transport the reader into another world and connect them with the characters and storylines, leaving a craving for more.

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Books Catherine Or The Bower

By Jane Austen

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