No matter what his rank or position may be, the lover of books is the richest and the happiest of the children of men.

The love of books is a love which requires neither justification, apology, nor defense.

No matter what his rank or position may be, the lover of books is the richest and the happiest of the children of men.

No possession can surpass, or even equal a good library, to the lover of books. Here are treasured up for his daily use and delectation, riches which increase by being consumed, and pleasures that never cloy.

The only true equalisers in the world are books; the only treasure-house open to all comers is a library; the only wealth which will not decay is knowledge; the only jewel which you can carry beyond the grave is wisdom.

The only jewel which will not decay is knowledge.