“My soul found ease and rest in the companionship of books.”
Pat Conroy (1945–2016) American novelist
“Books are a poor substitute for female companionship, but they are easier to find.”
— Patrick Rothfuss, book The Wise Man's Fear
Source: The Wise Man's Fear
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