Quote by Nicholson Baker

Wikipedia is just an incredible thing. It is fact-encirclingly huge, and it is idiosyncratic, careful, messy, funny, shocking and full of simmering controversies - and it is free, and it is fast.

Wikipedia is just an incredible thing. It is fact-encircling

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This quote highlights the awe-inspiring nature of Wikipedia. Described as "fact-encirclingly huge," it emphasizes the vast amount of information that is available on the platform. The quote also acknowledges the idiosyncratic qualities of Wikipedia, noting its carefulness, messiness, humor, and capacity to surprise. Additionally, it mentions the presence of ongoing debates and controversies that exist within the Wikipedia community. Finally, the quote acknowledges two key attributes: the accessibility of the platform as it is free and the speed with which information can be accessed.

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