Library Quote by Arthur Conan Doyle
““Well," he said, "I say, now, as I said then, that a man should keep his little brain-attic stocked with all the furniture that he is likely to use, and the rest he can put away in the lumber-room of this library, where he can get it if he wants it.””
About This Quote
Source Short story: “The Adventure of the Red-Headed League”, 1891
Keep useful knowledge accessible while storing irrelevant facts for later retrieval, promoting mental efficiency.
In simple terms: Organize thoughts, keep useful ideas handy.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize and store information wisely.
Themes
mental organization
efficiency
knowledge management
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
educational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- studying
- project planning
- creative writing
- daily note‑taking
Key Concepts
cognitive psychology
information theory
learning strategies
Questions to Reflect On
- What info do you truly need now?
- How to decide what to store?
A Different Perspective
Risk of discarding potentially valuable insights.
