We perceive when love begins and when it declines by our embarrassment when alone together.
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When what you read elevates your mind and fills you with noble aspirations, look for no other rule by which to judge a book; it is good, and is the work of a master-hand.
Interpretation
What this quote means
A good book inspires and elevates your thoughts and aspirations, indicating its quality and mastery.
This quote emphasizes the profound effect that literature can have on a person's mind and spirit. When reading a book enriches your thoughts and stirs your noble aspirations, it serves as a definitive metric for its quality; such a book can be regarded as the product of a truly skilled author. It suggests that the emotional and intellectual uplift derived from reading is a hallmark of masterful writing.
Themes
ReadingBooksInspirationAspirationLiterature
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could inspire a book club discussion on the power of literature.
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