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“A great book is a friend that never lets you down. You can return to it again and again, and the joy first derived from it will still be there. I” quote by Ruskin Bond
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““A great book is a friend that never lets you down. You can return to it again and again, and the joy first derived from it will still be there. I””

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About This Quote

Source Novel: The Blue Umbrella by Ruskin Bond, 1980

A great book is a reliable companion that offers repeated joy and comfort whenever you return to it.

In simple terms: Books are dependable friends that bring lasting joy.

Key Takeaway

Read books that uplift and comfort you.

Themes

literature comfort friendship nostalgia

Mood

warm nostalgic comforting

Type

literary personal reflective

When to use this quote

  • personal reading
  • stress relief
  • education
  • cultural enrichment

Key Concepts

reading habit emotional support literary value

Questions to Reflect On

  • Which book feels like a steadfast friend to you?
  • How does rereading a favorite book affect your mood?
A Different Perspective

The metaphor may not apply to all reading experiences.

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