Thank you for so colourfully illustrating what books mean to you Susan. Although I didn't come to the joy of reading - and only non-fiction - until my late 30's, I can feel the warmth that a good book brings you. Nothing better than a nice drink in a comfy chair by a fireplace with a new book you can't wait to dive into. The childhood story that always stayed with me is that of the little match girl, barefoot out in the snowy streets of London. I never forgot it.
Vernon, would you believe even though I recognized the title, I had no idea what the story of the little match girl was about? I just looked it up and was surprised; not the fun, lighthearted story I expected. I can understand why it stayed with you. Thanks so much for your comment and for bringing that story to my attention.
Thank you for so colourfully illustrating what books mean to you Susan. Although I didn't come to the joy of reading - and only non-fiction - until my late 30's, I can feel the warmth that a good book brings you. Nothing better than a nice drink in a comfy chair by a fireplace with a new book you can't wait to dive into. The childhood story that always stayed with me is that of the little match girl, barefoot out in the snowy streets of London. I never forgot it.
Vernon, would you believe even though I recognized the title, I had no idea what the story of the little match girl was about? I just looked it up and was surprised; not the fun, lighthearted story I expected. I can understand why it stayed with you. Thanks so much for your comment and for bringing that story to my attention.