Abiding Quote by Lori Lansens
“I feel, holding books, accommodating their weight and breathing their dust, an abiding love. I trust them, in a way that I can't trust my computer, though I couldn't do without it. Books are matter. My books matter. What would I have done through these years without the library and all its lovely books?”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Author interview, Lori Lansens, 2015
The speaker expresses deep, tactile affection for physical books, seeing them as trustworthy, essential companions unlike digital devices.
In simple terms: Books are beloved, tangible, and irreplaceable.
Key Takeaway
Cherish physical reading.
Themes
love
books
trust
materiality
Mood
reflective
affectionate
Type
personal
nostalgic
When to use this quote
- library visits
- personal reading rituals
- gift giving of books
- teaching with books
Key Concepts
bibliophilia
nostalgia
sensory experience
Questions to Reflect On
- How does holding a book affect your emotional connection?
- What role do libraries play in your life?
A Different Perspective
Digital media can supplement but not replace the sensory connection of paper.
