Book Quote by Shizuko Go
““I was surprised to find authors like Kaizan Nakazato and Sanjugo Naoki in a corner of the bookcase where I've never noticed them before. I dip into a book, and if it's dull I go straight onto the next. I never used to do that--even if I was bored I'd plod on to the end. But, look, if I'm to die at any moment, there's no sense being in the middle of a boring book, is there?””
About This Quote
Source Essay: Personal Reflections on Reading Habits, 2018
Reading should be engaging; if a book is boring, move on to avoid wasting time, especially when life is finite.
In simple terms: Skip uninteresting books to make the most of limited time.
Prioritize compelling reading material.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- academic study
- leisure reading
- travel
- career development
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you decide when to persist with a challenging book?
- What criteria define a book’s value for you?
Some valuable insights may be hidden in slower works.