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“I attended school regularly for three years. I learned to read and write. 'Lamb's Tales' from Shakespeare was my favourite reading matter. I stole, by finding, Palgrave's 'Golden Treasury.' These two books, and the 'Everyman' edition of John Keats, were my proudest and dearest possessions, my…” quote by Peter Abrahams
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“I attended school regularly for three years. I learned to read and write. 'Lamb's Tales' from Shakespeare was my favourite reading matter. I stole, by finding, Palgrave's 'Golden Treasury.' These two books, and the 'Everyman' edition of John Keats, were my proudest and dearest possessions, my greatest wealth.”

Peter Abrahams

About This Quote

Source Autobiography: The Life of a Young Reader, unknown source

The narrator values education and literature, seeing books as treasured wealth beyond material possessions.

In simple terms: Books are his greatest treasure.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize learning and cherish knowledge.

Themes

education literature wealth humility

Mood

reflective proud

Type

personal inspirational

When to use this quote

  • school
  • reading habit
  • self‑improvement
  • cultural enrichment

Key Concepts

self‑education personal growth

Questions to Reflect On

  • What book shaped your identity?
  • How can you share knowledge with others?
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