Books and all forms of writing are terror to those who wish to suppress the truth.
Wole SoyinkaRead
Reviewing good puzzle books is frustrating, because you get to page one of the introduction, find a curious puzzle, become engrossed for 20 minutes, miss your stop and then fail to get home in time to say goodnight to the kids.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote expresses the distracting allure of engaging puzzles and how they can interfere with daily responsibilities.
Simon Singh reflects on the captivating nature of puzzle books, highlighting how quickly one can become engrossed in a puzzle to the detriment of personal responsibilities, like spending time with family. This reveals the balance one must maintain between intellectual pursuits and personal life, illustrating how easily distractions can lead us away from our obligations.
Themes
PuzzlesDistractionFamilyResponsibilityBalanceEngagement
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a discussion about balancing work and family life.
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