Afternoon Quote by Kathleen Norris
“When I was a child, it was a matter of pride that I could plow through a Nancy Drew story in one afternoon, and begin another in the evening. . . . I was probably trying to impress the librarians who kept me supplied with books.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Art of Reading, 2015
A child’s pride in quickly reading mysteries reflects a desire to impress and be recognized by mentors.
In simple terms: Kids love showing off reading speed to adults.
Key Takeaway
Seek recognition through genuine curiosity.
Themes
pride
reading
mentorship
Mood
reflective
nostalgic
Type
personal
literary
When to use this quote
- school library
- book clubs
- personal growth
- peer approval
Key Concepts
literary enthusiasm
self‑validation
Questions to Reflect On
- What motivates you to read quickly?
- How does sharing books shape relationships?
A Different Perspective
Recognition can become superficial if not tied to deeper learning.
![“Poetry was a discipline grounded in experience that drew its life and worth from a source much greater than oneself, and as it realized its potential to touch others in their innermost being, what [Kathleen] Fraser has termed their "yearning side," it could be a profoundly communal act. Poetry…” quote by Kathleen Norris](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/aee/kathleen-norris-7283_discipline_poetry-was-a-discipline-grounded-in-expe_449388.jpg)
