Adventure Quote by Christopher Morley
““There is no mistaking a real book when one meets it. It is like falling in love, and like that colossal adventure it is an experience of great social import. Even as the tranced swain, the booklover yearns to tell others of his bliss. He writes letters about it, adds it to the postscript of all manner of communications, intrudes it into telephone messages, and insists on his friends writing down the title of the find. Like the simple-hearted betrothed, once certain of his conquest, “I want you to love her, too!” It is a jealous passion also. He feels a little indignant if he finds that any one else has discovered the book, too.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Book Lover’s Passion, The New Yorker, 1935
Finding a great book sparks intense joy and a desire to share, creating a communal, almost romantic, enthusiasm.
In simple terms: A good book creates excitement and sharing.
Key Takeaway
Share discoveries to amplify joy.
Themes
literature
enthusiasm
sharing
jealousy
community
Mood
joyful
reflective
Type
inspirational
cultural
When to use this quote
- reading groups
- book clubs
- social media recommendations
Key Concepts
aesthetic experience
social contagion
cultural capital
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we feel possessive over ideas?
- How can sharing be inclusive?
A Different Perspective
Obsessive sharing can alienate others.
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