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tintinnabulation
Definition:	The ringing or sounding of bells.
Synonyms:	ring, ringing

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Is the book dead? Does literature have no future?

With the advent of computers, DVD, and the advancements made in the technical world in general, we tend to wonder if in fact literature and reading for pure pleasure is becoming a thing of the past. When last did you curl up with a good book and immerse yourself in another world? Do you find yourself making the excuse that you simply do not have time, furthermore do you experience the idea as pure indulgent luxury? In our fast pace lives, adults and children ARE reading less and less for the purposes of pleasure and relaxation. The genre of books which have become more in demand appear to be books on knowledge, training and how to acquire different skills. Nothing wrong with this, however we are forgetting the value of reading literature. So lets think about this ...
Fiction has the ability to change lives. Let us take Charles Dickens for example. As a young child he was so inspired by his readings of fairy tales and adventures that he became himself a prolific writer.Tales of chivalry inspired many Medieval knights.
Reading can enhance our spiritual growth, spark our imagination and develop our creative abilities. Fiction can be the instigator of adventure and change. Some novels represent something close to enduring human value: take the time to read Emily Bronte's Wuthering Heights (Signet Classics), Balzac's Lost Illusions (Modern Library Classics) and Toni Morrison's Beloved .
READ, READ AND READ MORE...
When I last counted, I have a collection of 535 novels in my home. How many do you have?

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