Quote by Terry Pratchett

The space between the young readers eyeballs and the printed page is a holy place and officialdom should trample all over it at their peril.

The space between the young readers eyeballs and the printed

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This quote emphasizes the importance of preserving the sacred connection between young readers and the act of reading. It suggests that authority figures or officialdom should not interfere or disrupt this personal and intimate space. It serves as a reminder that individuals, particularly young readers, should be given the freedom and autonomy to engage with literature independently, without unnecessary supervision or constraints, in order to fully immerse themselves in the transformative power of reading.

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