On reading
Reading increases intellect.

Reading is a depressing task, and at the same time, consoling. Literature makes us more human, whilst reading scholarly texts such as that of history, philosophy, and other constructs drives us mad towards the dimwits who think they bear the best perspectives where in fact they are blind of their positions out of irresponsible reading of texts.
Reading increases intellect. And nowhere in this planet could we find delight in meeting an arrogant stupid who thinks so highly of his person. This brings madness.