A review by jayhawkshoes
A Gentle Madness: Bibliophiles, Bibliomanes, and the Eternal Passion for Books by Nicholas A. Basbanes

5.0

Most people would probably read this book and be shocked by the eccentric behaviors of these bibliophiles...I on the other hand was inspired...ha ha. This is a wonderful book that delves into a the world of people driven by a passion for books. Nicholas Basbanes brings to life these people with richness and depth beyond simply reporting. Books are my passion, they excite me, they comfort me, and they inspire my mind and heart. This book illustrates the passion that books have always had in my life.