Lee asks why so few people truly read any more, blaming civilisation itself, its speed, its machines and its schooling, before turning to what reading might be and what to do next. Imaginary dialogues with “The Eavesdropper”, personal confessions and sharp asides on parents, colleges and libraries keep the argument moving.
A whimsical 1902 book that will speak to anyone who worries about attention and books. Download the free EPUB.