"Books are the quietest and most constant of friends; they are the most accessible and wisest of counselors, and the most patient of teachers"
Last week (Nov 5th) I posted about a new book by a well-known historical fiction author, Philippa Gregory -- I had just read "The Kingmaker's Daughter" for the first time. I realized afterwards that I had not really enjoyed reading "The White Queen" the first time around (indeed, it is still only half-way finished!)
However, I had forgotten most of "The Lady of the Rivers" and in re-reading it I find it has jumped to one of my favorites by Gregory. Choosing the image to start todays post was quite easy because I have always loved books. When I was quite young I was an advanced reader, and while I do love reading new material, I have found a comfort, a relaxation, in re-reading books. Sometimes I re-read certain books every year or so; sometimes it will take me perhaps half a decade to return to a certain author or series.
I do encourage everyone to get a library card (or join in a book exchange program of sorts) -- if I was to have purchased every book I have ever read...well, I shall just say that I am thankful I never had to! My reading horizons have been able to expand because I use libraries and I can borrow books from others! So, no brand new books this past week, but still lots of fun!
However, I had forgotten most of "The Lady of the Rivers" and in re-reading it I find it has jumped to one of my favorites by Gregory. Choosing the image to start todays post was quite easy because I have always loved books. When I was quite young I was an advanced reader, and while I do love reading new material, I have found a comfort, a relaxation, in re-reading books. Sometimes I re-read certain books every year or so; sometimes it will take me perhaps half a decade to return to a certain author or series.
I do encourage everyone to get a library card (or join in a book exchange program of sorts) -- if I was to have purchased every book I have ever read...well, I shall just say that I am thankful I never had to! My reading horizons have been able to expand because I use libraries and I can borrow books from others! So, no brand new books this past week, but still lots of fun!
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