Surely we all occasionally buy books because of a daydream we're having--a little fantasy about the people we might turn into one day, when our lives are different, quieter, more introspective, and when all the urgent reading, whatever that might be, has been done. We never arrive at that point, needless to say....
In the book "More Baths, Less Talking," Nick Hornby reflects on the moments when we purchase books driven by our fantasies of who we could become in the future. These books symbolize our aspirations and the quieter, more thoughtful lives we imagine for ourselves, free from the pressures of urgent tasks and reading demands. Hornby implies that we often buy these books with the hope of transformation, even though we might never reach that ideal state.
The quote captures a universal experience where our choices reflect our dreams and desires for self-improvement. It highlights the tension between our current hectic lives and the serene introspection we seek. Ultimately, Hornby reminds us that while we may aspire to change, that moment of arrival may remain elusive, leaving us with a collection of books that represent our unfulfilled potential.
