"To read a book for the first time is to make an acquaintance with a new friend; to read it for a second time is to meet an old one."
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About Alberto Manguel
Alberto Manguel is an Argentine-Canadian writer and editor known for his extensive work in the fields of literature and books. Born in 1948 in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Manguel has authored several acclaimed books on reading, libraries, and the art of storytelling. He has also served as the director of the National Library of Argentina and has worked for UNESCO in Paris. Manguel's writings often explore the complex relationship between literature, language, and culture.
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