If you place me in a room with even a single book in sight
I know curiosity I would be unable to fight
I would open the book and try to read
If I can, if it is in a recognizable script indeed
Otherwise I would marvel at the print and illustrations
You see, I have a compulsive inclination
Towards books of all genres, preferably in a language I know
But even if I do not understand the language I cannot let go
Of a book before me without examining it in some detail
In piquing my interest, books never seem to fail..
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The printed word holds an unparalleled charm for me
I am thankful that books are available readily
I understand it is a privilege to have countless books to read
There are children across the world, deprived of books they need…
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If I could teach impressionable minds
To discover companionship in books, I would find
A purpose in life that is closely aligned
With my identity that as a reader I’ve designed
Passion...unbridled 