Quote by Count Axel Gustafsson Oxenstiern

The quantity of books in a person's library, is often a cloud of witnesses to the ignorance of the owner.

The quantity of books in a person's library, is often a clou

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This quote suggests that the number of books present in someone's library may actually serve as evidence of their lack of knowledge or understanding. It implies that merely collecting a large amount of books does not equate to being well-informed or educated. Instead, it highlights the importance of actually reading and engaging with the content of those books in order to truly gain knowledge and insight. Simply having a library full of books without actively delving into them can imply a person's ignorance or indifference towards their potential.

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By Count Axel Gustafsson Oxenstiern

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