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“ The best moments in reading are when you come across something - a thought, a feeling, a way of looking at things - that you’d thought special, particular to you. And here it is, set down by someone else, a person you’ve never met, maybe even someone long dead. And it’s as if a hand has come out, and taken yours.
The History Boys
I wasn’t all that keen on the film, but this line is special. I was reminded of it when making my other post just now, so I thought I would share.
Oh, and in my mind it doesn’t just apply to books - song lyrics frequently do this to me too.
