While doing research for her new book, she came across a 16th century French manuscript (手稿) consisting of nearly 1,000 sets of instructions, covering subjects from tool making to finding the best sand.

For Le Clézio, the book, despite its old-fashioned appearance, remains the best tool for disseminating information to the furthest corners of the planet.

Whether it's your finger or a pencil, try moving this tool along the lines of the book you are reading to keep you moving forward as quickly as possible.