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 76%
reflective 68%
emotional 48%
hopeful 36%
lighthearted 36%
relaxing 28%
informative 24%
adventurous 20%
funny 16%
challenging 4%
mysterious 4%
sad 4%

Pace

fast 65%
slow 23%
medium 11%

Average rating

4.04

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