He is a very senior member of faculty; has an added degree…
““He is a very senior member of faculty; has an added degree in Computer Science; a supposed scholar; addicted to Google and the Internet; dislikes the library, but, I looked like a magician to him when in a twinkling of an eye I gave him a book from the trolley that contained 90% of what he couldn't get from the Internet for a long while, and ever since, he respects librarians and visits the library almost on a daily basis.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A scholar who relied on the internet learns the value of physical books and libraries after receiving a comprehensive volume.
In simple terms: Internet‑dependent scholar discovers library worth.
Key Takeaway
Embrace both digital and physical resources.
Themes
learning
technology
libraries
humility
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
anecdotal
educational
When to use this quote
- academic research
- student study habits
- library promotion
- digital literacy programs
Key Concepts
information access
knowledge curation
digital vs analog
Questions to Reflect On
- How can libraries demonstrate unique value to tech‑savvy users?
- What resources can bridge digital and print learning?
A Different Perspective
May still undervalue physical collections without personal experience.