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“The first time I read an excellent work, it is to me just as if I gained a new friend; and when I read over a book I have perused before, it resembles the meeting of an old one.” quote by Anonymous
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“The first time I read an excellent work, it is to me just as if I gained a new friend; and when I read over a book I have perused before, it resembles the meeting of an old one.”

Anonymous

About This Quote

Encountering new ideas feels like meeting a new friend, while revisiting familiar works feels like reconnecting with an old companion.

In simple terms: New and old books are like friends.

Key Takeaway

Cherish both fresh and familiar reading.

Themes

learning nostalgia connection

Mood

warm thoughtful

Type

inspirational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • education
  • personal reflection
  • creative inspiration

Key Concepts

literature personal growth memory

Questions to Reflect On

  • What new perspectives have you gained?
  • How do old works still teach you?
A Different Perspective

Over‑reliance on familiar texts may limit growth.

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