I have read some books so long ago, that all I remember about them is my affection for them. I also have a memory problem, which allows me to re-read books more than once and still enjoy them.
I find that a book is an index full of thought provoking themes and as my own mental index changes so does the depth of my thoughts regarding what I am reading and how it makes me feel. A well loved old theme can always elicit a new response. But I only read something two or three times.
I totally want to re-read the Stand again, and if I do it will be my third reading, but a book so chock full of content almost goes to waste if it's just once read.
I find that a book is an index full of thought provoking themes and as my own mental index changes so does the depth of my thoughts regarding what I am reading and how it makes me feel. A well loved old theme can always elicit a new response. But I only read something two or three times.
I totally want to re-read the Stand again, and if I do it will be my third reading, but a book so chock full of content almost goes to waste if it's just once read.