Confessions of a Book-Lover

"Confessions of a Book-Lover" by Maurice Francis Egan is a memoir that takes you back to the early 1900s, through the author's own experiences with books as a young reader, showing how stories shaped his view of the world. The book blends personal stories with thoughtful analysis, as Egan talks about the books and authors that influenced him growing up, giving us a peek into his life and the culture of the time. Starting with his first encounters with reading, he stresses how important it is to encourage a love for books early on and shares stories of books that captured his imagination, even ones the adults thought were questionable. Through these memories, Egan thinks about how reading has changed, appreciates different kinds of writing, shows how stories help us form our values, and creates a reflective mood, encouraging readers to think about their own personal connections with books.