I attempted briefly to consecrate myself in the public library, believing every crack in my soul could be chinked with a book.
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In "The Poisonwood Bible," the speaker reflects on their quest for self-improvement and healing through literature. They express a desire to fill the voids within themselves, thinking that the knowledge and experiences found in books could mend their emotional scars and enhance their understanding of the world. The public library symbolizes a space of refuge and growth, where the search for identity and meaning is intertwined with the act of reading.
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