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Priest

Richard de Bury was an English monk, scholar, and philosopher, born on January 24, 1287, and died on April 14, 1345. He was known for his contributions to logic and philosophy during the late medieval period.

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Famous Richard de Bury Quotes

“Books appear to be the most immediate instruments of speculative delight.”

Book Instruments Delight

Book:Philobiblon: A Treatise on the Love of Books

Source: Philobiblon: A Treatise on the Love of Books

“Books delight us when prosperity smiles upon us; they comfort us inseparably when stormy fortune frowns on us.”

Book Comfort Fortune Prosperity Delight Stormy

Book:The Love of Books: The Philobiblon of R

Source: The Love of Books: The Philobiblon of R

About the Author

Born: January 24, 1287
Died: April 14, 1345
Known for: Priest
Quotes: 13

Books & Sources

Philobiblon: A Treatise on the Love of BooksRelated source material

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The Love of Books: The Philobiblon of RRelated source material

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