Entry Quote by Ursula K. Le Guin
““The Encyclopedia Planaria, in forty-four volumes, is not portable, and after all, what is entirely reliable unless it's dead?””
About This Quote
Source Short Story: "The Encyclopedia Galactica" in The Wind's Twelve Quarters, 1975
A massive encyclopedia is impractical, questioning the reliability of knowledge that is static and lifeless.
In simple terms: Huge books are impractical and may be unreliable.
Key Takeaway
Seek living, adaptable sources of knowledge.
Themes
knowledge
reliability
practicality
Mood
critical
thoughtful
Type
fiction
philosophical
When to use this quote
- research
- education
- library science
- digital media
Key Concepts
information theory
literature
Questions to Reflect On
- What sources do you trust for current information?
- How can knowledge stay alive and relevant?
A Different Perspective
Static information can become outdated quickly.
