Book Quote by Mortimer Adler
“In the case of good books, the point is not how many of them you can get through, but rather how many can get through to you.”
About This Quote
Source Book: How to Read a Book by Mortimer Adler, 1940
The value of a book lies in its impact on you, not how many you finish.
In simple terms: Impact matters more than count.
Key Takeaway
Seek books that change you.
Themes
education
impact
reading
Mood
thoughtful
inspirational
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- coursework
- personal development
- book selection
Key Concepts
Philosophy
interpretation
Questions to Reflect On
- What book changed your view?
- Do you measure reading by impact?
A Different Perspective
Quantity can eclipse quality.
