Jump off. You are a protected individual. Do not fear.
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A book lying idle on a shelf is wasted ammunition. Like money, books must be kept in constant circulation. Lend and borrow to the maximum.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Books should be shared and utilized rather than left unused on a shelf.
Henry Miller emphasizes the importance of actively engaging with books, comparing them to ammunition and money that lose their value when not put to use. This quote advocates for lending and borrowing books to foster knowledge and learning, highlighting that the true value of books lies in their circulation and use within the community.
Themes
BooksKnowledgeSharingCirculationLearning
In practice
Example use cases
During a book fair, you could quote this to encourage people to share their books.
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