Books Quote by George MacDonald
““A library cannot be made all at once, any more than a house or a nation or a tree; they must all take time to grow, and so must a library. I wouldn't even know what books to go and ask for. I dare say, if I were to try, I couldn't at a moment's notice tell you the names of more than two score of books at the outside. Folk must make acquaintance among books as they would among living folk.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Lecture on Libraries, 1860s, Scotland
Building a library is a gradual process like growing a house, nation, or tree; it requires time and personal familiarity with books.
In simple terms: Libraries grow slowly and need personal connection with books.
Key Takeaway
Invest time in discovering books gradually.
Themes
growth
learning
community
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- starting a new library
- personal reading lists
- community book clubs
Key Concepts
library development
personal curation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you foster personal connections with books?
- What steps help a library grow organically?
A Different Perspective
Limited resources may slow acquisition and curation.
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