Every collection reflects the ideas andvalues and interests of the individual or group who developed the collection.

I want the public as well as libraries and schools to enjoy unlimited access to public-domain books. This means no charges for these kind of texts themselves.

Nothing good or great can be done in the absence of enthusiasm.

An ability to embrace new ideas, routinely challenge old ones, and live with paradox will be the effective leader's premier trait.

The race will go to the curious, the slightly mad, and those with an un-satiated passion for learning and dare-deviltry.

Never, ever rest on your laurels. Today's laurels are tomorrow's compost.

Don't 'tolerate' mistakes. Embrace them!