Quote by Daniel Hannan

The 'Robben Island Bible' has arrived at the British Museum. It's a garish thing, its cover plastered with pink and gold Hindu images, designed to hide its contents. Within is the finest collection of words generated by human intelligence: the complete works of William Shakespeare.

The 'Robben Island Bible' has arrived at the British Museum.

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This quote highlights the significance of the 'Robben Island Bible', referring to a book that contains the complete works of William Shakespeare, which was preserved and cherished by prisoners in Robben Island, including Nelson Mandela during his imprisonment. The book's cover, decorated with Hindu images, served as a disguise to hide its forbidden contents. The quote emphasizes the immense value and impact of Shakespeare's writings, symbolizing resilience, intellectual nourishment, and the enduring power of literature, even in the face of adversity and censorship.

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