Delicious Vice (Classic Reprint): Pipe Dreams and Fond Adventures of an Habitual Novel-Reader Among Some Great Books and Their People: Pipe Dreams and ... Books and Their People (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Read how a lifelong love of novels shapes memory, identity, and everyday life.
This collection blends personal memoir with literary insight to show why stories stay with us.
The author writes as a thoughtful observer who treats reading as a living influence on who we become. Through personal reflection and accessible observations, the book ties memory, mood, and daily routines to the novels we cherish. It invites readers to consider how fiction molds our choices, relationships, and sense of self without claiming to have all the answers.
Within these pages you’ll encounter reflections on why certain books endure, how literature companions us through ordinary days, and what reading can reveal about our values, desires, and past. It’s a thoughtful, inviting look at the intimate bond between a reader and the books that shape a life.
- Personal reflections on how novels influence memory and identity.
- Accessible insights that connect literature to everyday life.
- Thoughtful ruminations on reading habits, memory, and meaning.
- A memoir‑tone exploration that honors the power of stories.
Ideal for readers who view books as life companions and want a reflective, approachable take on how literature travels with us.
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Young Ewing Allison was an American writer and newspaper editor. Born in Henderson, Kentucky, Allison was partially deaf from an early age and became a voracious reader. Born: 1853, United States of America Died: 1932
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves deep into the delightful world of novel reading. The author shares a spirited love of books, reminiscing about the transformative power of their first novel, the unforgettable characters that stayed with them, and the emotional roller coasters they navigate through the pages. Throughout the book, the author examines the unique ability of novels to transport readers to different worlds, explore complex characters and themes, and ultimately provide deep personal meaning. This book offers a passionate celebration of the power of fiction, inviting readers to rediscover the joy and fulfillment found in losing themselves in a good book. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781331059615_0
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