The Eyes Maybe a Window Into the Soul… Looking at Someone’s Bookshelf Will Give You a Picture of What’s In Their Brain

Sometimes the best way to get to know someone is by looking at their bookshelf.

This is what my bookshelves looked like before I started life on the road. Photo by Ashim D’Silva on Unsplash

“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more you learn, the more places you’ll go.” — Dr. Seuss, “I Can Read With My Eyes Shut!”

When I have the opportunity to go into someone’s office or home, I always enjoy having a chance to peak at their bookshelf. Sometimes I can find some common interest that I didn’t know about. I find this a better view into someone than the photos on the wall or Social Media post they make, but that’s a whole other subject!

Since I do most of my reading on a Kindle these days it’s hard for others to get that opportunity with me, so as a substitute, let’s look at some of my interest and hobbies. I do love the feel of ‘a real book’ but several things have driven me into the modern age…

• I travel in an RV full-time, and weight is always a factor.
• I can read at night without bothering my wife.
• I like being able to take notes on my Kindle Paperwhite which I have been able to get into Obsidian, and can mine them for articles.