The Gifts of Reading by Robert Macfarlane

The Gifts of Reading

Robert Macfarlane

nonfiction essays memoir inspiring reflective fast-paced

34 pages | first published 2016

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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

reflective 78%
inspiring 71%
emotional 57%
hopeful 42%
relaxing 28%
adventurous 21%
lighthearted 21%
funny 14%
informative 14%

Pace

fast 71%
slow 21%
medium 7%

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4.06

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