“Libraries are places where the damaged go to find friends”
Tamora Pierce (1954) American writer of fantasy novels for children
“…that perfect Tranquillity of Life, which is no where to be found, but in retreat, a faithful Friend and a good Library…”
The Lucky Mistake (1689).
Source: The Lucky Chance, Or, the Alderman's Bargain
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