Quote by Abraham Lincoln

The things I want to know are in books; my best friend is the man who'll get me a book I ain't read.

The things I want to know are in books; my best friend is th

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of books and knowledge in the speaker's life. The phrase suggests that the speaker's curiosity and desire to learn are fulfilled by reading books. It also highlights the value of having friends who understand and support this passion, as they are described as the "best friend" - someone who knows the speaker well enough to provide them with unread books. Overall, the quote underscores the idea that books are instrumental in satisfying intellectual hunger and that true friends recognize and promote this hunger for knowledge.

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