Daniel HandlerA library is like an island in the middle of a vast sea of ignorance, particularly if the library is very tall and the surrounding area has been flooded.
About This Quote
The metaphor of a library as an island may seem unnecessary. In fact, the meaning of this phrase is not as obvious as it first appears. The main idea of this quote is that a library is a peaceful haven from the outside world, similar to how a small island is from the ocean around it.
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