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“Write it down, boy. If you come across a passage in your reading that you’d like to remember, write it down in your little book; then you can read it again, memorize it, and have it whenever you wish.” quote by Keith Donohue
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“Write it down, boy. If you come across a passage in your reading that you’d like to remember, write it down in your little book; then you can read it again, memorize it, and have it whenever you wish.”

Keith Donohue

About This Quote

Source Advice: Writing Practice, 2018

Writing down memorable passages helps reinforce learning and provides a personal reference.

In simple terms: Note‑taking aids memory and future reference.

Key Takeaway

Keep a reading journal for key ideas.

Themes

learning memory writing

Mood

practical motivational

Type

educational self‑improvement

When to use this quote

  • study habits
  • research
  • creative writing
  • teaching

Key Concepts

note‑taking active recall personal library

Questions to Reflect On

  • How often do you revisit your notes?
  • What system helps you retrieve information?
A Different Perspective

Writing may become passive if not reviewed.

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