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“The headmaster explained. Books were considered precious. The school had so few that the teachers did not want to risk the children damaging them. I wondered how a book could impart knowledge if it was locked up, but kept that thought to myself.” quote by John Wood
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““The headmaster explained. Books were considered precious. The school had so few that the teachers did not want to risk the children damaging them. I wondered how a book could impart knowledge if it was locked up, but kept that thought to myself.””

John Wood

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Books are treasured and locked away, questioning if knowledge can be shared when restricted.

In simple terms: Locked books limit knowledge sharing.

Key Takeaway

Promote open access to information.

Themes

knowledge access education

Mood

curious reflective

Type

philosophical educational

When to use this quote

  • Schools
  • digital archives
  • public libraries

Key Concepts

Library science information ethics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does restriction affect learning?
  • What balances safety and openness?
A Different Perspective

Security concerns exist.

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