Childhood is the golden period of life.At this stage,child's mind is free of thoughts, worries and anxieties.Any book that he reads, is imprinted on his mind.It leaves a lasting impression on him.
Study of books in childhood broadens our vision and sharpens our intellect greater than old age. it is old age when we may form our own views. We may modify or change the past views. But the study of books in ripe age does not impress us nor urge us to action. Then, we just find a confirmation or repetion of the views we have already framed.So, they do not stir us.For exemple ,study of love story in old age does not stimulate us. But the same lovr story in childhood gives us great excitemnt and it inspires us greatly.
Childhood is the period when any new thing can gain ground in mind. This is thr stage when mind is very receptive. So, all the books in childhood are the books of divination and inspiration .This is the deep effect of impression of childhood that determine the course of future life.
That was a sudden realization. I can see why my current self is so obsessed with science and art