After this, Boy became very curious about the mansion where the clothes and the food came from. He made me describe everything. Then he asked Good Thing 'Are there books in this mansion, too?'' And pictures and jewels, ' Good Thing said through me. 'What does Master wish me to fetch? There is a golden harp, a musical box like a bird, a–'' Just books, ' said Boy. 'I need to learn. I'm still so ignorant.Diana Wynne Jones
About This Quote
The speaker of this quote believes that everyone should be taught and that the young ones should be taught particularly. The young ones should be taught and encouraged to acquire knowledge and not be left wondering about their world. Learning is a wonderful thing and it is important for us to continue learning every day.
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