“The only true equalisers in the world are books; the only treasure-house open to all comers is a library; the only wealth which will not decay is knowledge; the only jewel which you can carry beyond the grave is wisdom.” WorldBookHouseWealthLibraryGravesTreasureDecayJewels Book:The Praise of Books as Said and Sung by English Authors: Selected with a Preliminary Essay on Books Source: The Praise of Books as Said and Sung by English Authors: Selected with a Preliminary Essay on Books
“No possession can surpass, or even equal a good library, to the lover of books. Here are treasured up for his daily use and delectation, riches which increase by being consumed, and pleasures that never cloy.” WritingBookUsePleasureLoversEqualIncreaseLibraryPossessionRichesConsumedLibrarianTreasured Author:John Alfred Langford