From the moment I picked your book up until I laid it down I was convulsed with laughter. Someday I intend reading it.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- He laughed while holding the book but hasn't actually read it.
- In plain terms
- I liked holding the book but will read it later.
- What can you take from it?
- Physical humor can mimic content value.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you judge a book?
- Is humor fair in criticism?
Another view
It could hurt an author's feelings.
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