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“I know every book of mine by its smell, and I have but to put my nose between the pages to be reminded of all sorts of things.” quote by George Gissing
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“I know every book of mine by its smell, and I have but to put my nose between the pages to be reminded of all sorts of things.”

George Gissing

About This Quote

Source Book: New Grub Street, George Gissing, 1891

The narrator identifies books by their scent, linking smell to memory and knowledge.

In simple terms: Books are recognized by their smell, which triggers memories.

Key Takeaway

Use sensory cues to recall information.

Themes

memory sensory perception literature

Mood

reflective nostalgic

Type

literary personal

When to use this quote

  • studying
  • reading
  • collecting books
  • archiving
  • teaching

Key Concepts

nostalgia olfactory memory personal identity

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does scent influence your learning?
  • Can you remember a book by smell alone?
A Different Perspective

Smell may be unreliable for precise recall.

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