Books Quote by Mortimer Adler
“In the case of good books, the point is not to see how many of them you can get through, but how many can get through to you.”
About This Quote
Source Book: How to Read a Book by Mortimer Adler, 1940
Reading good books is about being transformed by them, not just finishing them.
In simple terms: Books should change you, not just be read.
Key Takeaway
Seek books that impact you.
Themes
learning
growth
reading
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- education
- self‑improvement
- literary clubs
Key Concepts
Transformation
personal development
Questions to Reflect On
- What book has changed your perspective?
- How do you measure a book’s impact?
A Different Perspective
A book’s value is subjective; not all readers feel changed.
