Book Quote by Susan Orlean
“They will be given as gifts; books that are especially pretty or visual will be bought as hard copies; books that are collectible will continue to be collected; people with lots of bookshelves will keep stocking them; and anyone who likes to make notes in books will keep buying books with margins to fill.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Library Book by Susan Orlean, 2018
People continue to value physical books for aesthetics, collectibility, and note‑taking, despite digital alternatives.
In simple terms: Physical books are prized for beauty, rarity, and margins for notes.
Key Takeaway
Buy books you love and will use.
Themes
collectibility
aesthetics
reading habits
material culture
Mood
nostalgic
reflective
appreciative
Type
statement
observation
When to use this quote
- building a personal library
- gift giving
- academic research
- home décor
Key Concepts
Physicality
tactile experience
personalization
Questions to Reflect On
- What book would you keep for its design?
- How do margins affect your reading?
A Different Perspective
Digital formats may be cheaper but lack tactile and visual appeal.
