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Book Quote by A. Edward Newton

“Even when reading is impossible, the presence of books acquired produces such an ecstasy that the buying of more books than one can read is nothing less than the soul reaching towards infinity... We cherish books even if unread, their mere presence exudes comfort, their ready access reassurance.” quote by A. Edward Newton
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““Even when reading is impossible, the presence of books acquired produces such an ecstasy that the buying of more books than one can read is nothing less than the soul reaching towards infinity... We cherish books even if unread, their mere presence exudes comfort, their ready access reassurance.””

A. Edward Newton

About This Quote

Source Book: The Book of Books, 1916

Even unread books bring joy, symbolizing an infinite yearning for knowledge and comfort.

In simple terms: Books comfort us even unread.

Key Takeaway

Collect books for inspiration.

Themes

literature comfort aspiration

Mood

nostalgic uplifting

Type

literary inspirational

When to use this quote

  • home libraries
  • gift giving
  • reading clubs

Key Concepts

infinite desire ecstatic reading

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why cherish unread books?
  • How do they inspire?
A Different Perspective

Collecting may become materialism.

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