I was reading Emma this morning and I found a funny quote. Mr. Knightley was talking to Mrs. Weston about Emma's reading habits, or lack thereof. He stated:
"She will never submit to any thing requiring industry and patience, and a subjection of the fancy to the understanding."It's so true!! Reading does require work and patience. lol. And as for "a subjection of the fancy to the understanding" I find that rather easy. To let my mind wander in another time, another place, other people's lives. It's fantastic! Reading is so relaxing to me. Even while reading Jane Austen, whom I find somewhat difficult to read and actually grasp picture and interest until well into the story. Austen's books are very well written and they challenge my vocabulary and mind. I love it! I haven't been this stimulated from a book since I read Les Misérables last year. It's nice to be challenged and relaxed at the same time. lol.
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Its no wonder that I prefer a good book to a tv show anyday. Well put.
ReplyDelete-Chrisy
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Good luck
Chrisy