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“Of course I loved books more than people.” quote by Diane Setterfield
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“Of course I loved books more than people.”

Diane Setterfield

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Thirteenth Tale by Diane Setterfield, 2006

Prefers the comfort and depth of books over social interaction, valuing stories more than people.

In simple terms: Books feel safer than people.

Key Takeaway

Embrace reading for emotional nourishment.

Themes

literature solitude emotional comfort

Mood

reflective melancholic

Type

literary personal

When to use this quote

  • loneliness
  • personal growth
  • reading habit
  • mental health
  • cultural appreciation

Key Concepts

fiction psychology social preference

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do books shape your view of people?
  • Can reading replace human interaction?
A Different Perspective

May overlook real‑world connections and social skills.

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