Mere curiosity, still less the desire to pass as well informed in every newest theory, will not suffice to justify us in exposing ourselves to so grave a risk.
Again, there are many books, especially works of fiction, in which false principles are often indirectly conveyed, and by which the imagination may be dangerously excited.

With regard to such reading, it is very hard to give one definite rule, for its effect on different characters varies so much.

A book most dangerous to one may be almost without harm to another, on account of the latter's want of vivid imagination.

Again, a book full of danger to the youth or girl may be absolutely without effect on one of maturer years.

The one and only rule is to be absolutely loyal and true to our conscience, and if the voice of conscience is not sufficiently distinct, to seek guidance and advice from those upon whom we can rely, and above all, from the director of our souls.