Reading was my hobby, my sport and my activity of choice. It was the prime pleasure of my days, an unfailing escape from whatever realities were distressing me, and the only source of pride I knew, other vanities lying beyond my grasp. I couldn't do anything else well, but I could do words.
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"Reading was my hobby, my sport and my activity of choice. It was the prime pleasure of my days, an unfailing escape from whatever realities were distressing me, and the only source of pride I knew, other vanities lying beyond my grasp. I couldn't do anything else well, but I could do words." — Cynthia Voigt #sportscompetition
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Reading was my hobby, my sport and my activity of choice. It was the prime pleasure of my days, an unfailing escape from whatever realities were distressing me, and the only source of pride I knew, other vanities lying beyond my grasp. I couldn't do anything else well, but I could do words. — Cynthia Voigt
About Cynthia Voigt
Cynthia Voigt was a Writer from United States (1942–present).
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Who said "Reading was my hobby, my sport and my activity of choice. It was the prime plea…"?
This quote is attributed to Cynthia Voigt, a Writer from United States.
When did Cynthia Voigt live?
Cynthia Voigt lived from 1942 – present.
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