840 books.

The average person reads 12 books per year and we get about 70 years of reading life.

Some people read much less. Others, much more. The number is finite.

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My name is Matthew. I am a retired naval officer who is passionate about reading and living life to the fullest. On my substack, Beyond the Bookshelf, you fill find:

• Discussions about the connection between life and literature.

• Recommendations and reviews on great reads

• Guidance on lifelong education through reading

• A community of like-minded readers

If you love life and literature I would love to connect.