A man usually known by the books he reads, as well as by the company he keeps, for there is a companionship of books, as well as of men; and we should live in the best company, whether it be of books or of men. A good book may be among the best friends. It is the same today as it always was and it will never change. It is the most patient of companions. It does not turn its back upon us in times of adversity or distress. It always receives us with the same kindness, amusing and instructing us and comforting us in old age.
- How can a man be known?
- What sort of company is good for man?
- What is the quality of a good book?
- How does a good book serve us in youth and in old age?
Answers:
- A man usually known by the books he reads and the company he keeps.
- The company of good, nice, and pious men and of good books is good for men.
- A good book may be among the best friend. It is the same today as it always w as and it will never change.
- A good book always receives us with the same kindness, amusing and instructing us and comforting us in old age.
