Quote by Clifton Fadiman

When you reread a classic, you do not see more in the book than you did before; you see more in you than there was before.

When you reread a classic, you do not see more in the book t

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This quote highlights the transformative power of reading classic literature. It suggests that when revisiting a classic book, the reader's expanded intellectual, emotional, and experiential perspective allows them to perceive a deeper meaning and gain new insights. Rather than discovering new aspects within the book itself, the quote asserts that the act of rereading classics illuminates personal growth and development within the reader, enabling them to discover hidden layers of understanding within themselves.

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