She did find that the books displayed prominently in every chamber had been dusted, but the spines were pristine and uncreased. They had the sad, untouched air of literature paraded for display purposes but never actually used. It was profoundly depressing.
That perfect tranquility of life, which is nowhere to be found but in retreat, a faithful friend and a good library.
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Aphra Behn
We may sit in our library and yet be in all quarters of the earth.
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John Lubbock
When I was a child, it was a matter of pride that I could plow through a Nancy Drew story in one afternoon, and begin another in the evening.. .. I was probably trying to impress the librarians who kept me supplied with books.
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Kathleen Norris
I have loved this disaster of a library since I was old enough to read.
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Eleanor Brown
...but there was never enough time to read. The great irony of working in a library.
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Jan Louch
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We have to report this." Kai sighed deeply in relief. "I was afraid you were going to say that we had to investigate it ourselves."" Don't be ridiculous, " Irene said briskly. "We may collect fiction, but we are not required to imitate the stupider...
We also wish to make it absolutely clear that Librarians should not attempt to use the Library to transport dinosaur eggs. And if they do disregard this rule, under no circumstances should they draw official in-world attention while doing so. In fact, we wish to...
Then what is the purpose of the Library?" Vale asked." To save books, " Irene said firmly.
And at that moment the alligators burst into the room.
She just wanted - had always wanted - a good book to read. Being chased by hellhounds and blowing things up were comparatively unimportant parts of the job. Getting the books - now, that was what *really* mattered to her.
