Remember that quote from Francis Bacon, Some books are to be tasted, others to be swallowed, and some few to be chewed and digested ?
Classic novels definitely fall in the ‘chewed and digested’ category. They take time to read, have plenty of subtext and often need an understanding of context and background to be fully appreciated.
That said, if one does persevere, it is a rewarding experience giving one a glimpse of a different time, a different perspective, whole different writing styles.
If you’re new at this and want to read classics but have despaired of ever getting through one, here’s help. We’re sharing a few pointers which will ease your reading journey.
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