I came across an artefact some months back – a book.  I haven’t seen one of these, outside a museum, for more than thirty years.  I couldn’t believe my eyes when I saw it at a recovery sale.  It was very old – mid-twentieth century – with a hard cover.  It took me back to my school days when we still learned to read.  I must say I struggled somewhat to make sense of it.  I have had no need to read for many years.  However, persevering has paid off and I started to enjoy the experience.

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