![]() We learn to write readily, and what is of more importance We think, and improve our Judgments, by committing our Thoughts to Paper. John Adams continued his letter to his son: “One contracts a Fondness of Writing by Use. There are other benefits to keeping a physical Commonplace Book as well. That occasion may be an anecdote in casual conversion, or a formal speech, or at a critical moment may serve him to convince someone to action. At the opportune time, he can fetch whatever provisions he needs for the occasion at hand. The man or woman who commonplaces is stocking the larder of his mind. The result is that phrases, observations, quotes, jokes, or maxims become “commonplace” to one’s own intellect. I want to advocate for a specific kind of journaling that pays great dividends to the classical student: the art of keeping a commonplace book.Ī commonplace book is similar to a journal, but specifically oriented towards the words of others worth remembering. ![]() A paperback book is cheaper, so people can buy two of them for the price of one hardcover book in many cases. A paperback book is easier to tote around. A hardcover book seems more legit, more authoritative. The Outlander editions I crave are 350 normally but they sell an 80 Jacket only set. While most of the series need to be purchased book and jacket, a few are jacket only which makes the cost more reasonable. “Have you kept a regular Journal?” writes John Adams to his son. “If you have not, you will be likely to forget most of the Observations you have made.” The Outlander, Anne of Green Gables, Maya Angelo, and Chronicles of Narnia are my Faves. Your personal library consists of hardcover books, so you seek those out. The Outlander, Anne of Green Gables, Maya Angelo, and Chronicles of Narnia are my Faves. ![]() Back cover of the Old Western Culture Commonplace book.
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