“All the glory of the world would be buried in oblivion, unless God had provided mortals with the remedy of books.”
Book:Philobiblon
Quote by Richard de Bury
Work
Philobiblon
Philobiblon is a philosophical and bibliographical work that explores the significance of books and the art of collecting. The text delves into the historical and cultural context of reading and the importance of libraries, offering insights into the intellectual life of the period. more
Author
Richard de Bury
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. more
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