The Gifts of Reading by Robert Macfarlane

The Gifts of Reading

Robert Macfarlane

34 pages first pub 2016 (editions)

nonfiction essays memoir inspiring reflective fast-paced

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From the acclaimed author of The Old Ways and Landmarks -- an essay on the joy of reading, for anyone who has ever loved a book. Every book is a kind of gift to its reader, and the act of giving books is charged with a special emotional resonan...

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Moods

inspiring 72%
reflective 72%
emotional 55%
hopeful 44%
informative 33%
lighthearted 27%
relaxing 27%
adventurous 22%
funny 16%
sad 5%

Pace

fast 63%
slow 31%
medium 5%

Average rating

4.06

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