Current Quote by Jennifer Egan
“I was on a very bumpy plane ride, an overnight flight. I was so miserable, and I pulled out 'David Copperfield,' and I forgot how scared and tired I was, and I thought, 'This is what reading should be.' I'm utterly transported out of my current situation.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The New Yorker, “Reading on a Flight”, 2018
Reading transports the mind, offering escape and renewal during hardship.
In simple terms: Books provide mental escape and relief.
Key Takeaway
Read to find perspective in tough moments.
Themes
reading
escape
mental health
travel
literature
Mood
contemplative
inspirational
Type
literary
self‑help
When to use this quote
- long flights
- stressful travel
- downtime
Key Concepts
transportation
cognitive relief
storytelling
Questions to Reflect On
- What book can you turn to in crisis?
- How does story shape mood?
A Different Perspective
Reading may not always distract; content matters.
