Book Quote by Thomas Fuller
“Learning hath gained most by those books by which printers have lost.”
About This Quote
Source Historical Treatise: “The Worthies of England”, 1662
Books that are widely printed lose their value, while rare works retain worth
In simple terms: Popular books lose value; rare books stay valuable
Key Takeaway
Seek depth over popularity in reading
Themes
value
literature
rarity
knowledge
Mood
analytical
curious
Type
historical
literary
When to use this quote
- collecting rare books
- academic research
- library curation
- critical reading
- educational curricula
Key Concepts
cultural preservation
bibliophilia
information overload
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you assess a book’s true worth?
- When is popular literature valuable?
A Different Perspective
Popularity can also indicate relevance
