Summary
This quote expresses a profound sense of grief and anguish over the loss of someone dear. The speaker is overwhelmed by the pain, as they lament the fact that the person, symbolized by their books, will never have the opportunity to read them and enjoy their life's library. The quote suggests the inherent value we place on knowledge and the experiences that shape us, emphasizing the deep sorrow that comes from the untimely end of a life filled with unrealized potential.
By John Green