"الحياة قصيرة جداً لقراءة كتاب سيء"
— James Joyce
Simplified Meaning:
Life is limited, and our time is precious, so it's important to spend it wisely on things that bring us joy or knowledge. Just like you wouldn't waste time watching a boring movie, you shouldn't feel obligated to finish a book that doesn't interest you or add value to your life. If a book is not enjoyable or useful, it's okay to put it aside and find one that is. Think of it like this: if you only have a small amount of free time each day, you'd want to make the most of it by doing something that makes you happy or helps you grow. For example, if someone is trying to learn a new skill like cooking, they wouldn’t keep using recipes that don’t turn out well. Instead, they would find ones that work and give them satisfaction. Applying this idea to reading means choosing books that you find enjoyable or meaningful, enriching your life rather than wasting time on ones that don't.