Marginalia: Readers Writing in Books

"Marginalia: Readers Writing in Books" explores the practice of annotating books by adding notes, comments, or highlights in the margins. These markings reflect a reader’s engagement, interpretation, and personal connection to the text, transforming the book into a dialogue between reader and author. Marginalia can reveal insights, questions, or reactions, enriching the reading experience. This practice has historical significance, showing how readers interacted with literature over centuries. Overall, marginalia highlights active reading and creates a unique, personalized record within the original work.