Quote by Malcolm X

My Alma mater was books, a good library... I could spend the rest of my life reading, just satisfying my curiosity.

My Alma mater was books, a good library... I could spend the

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This quote highlights the significance of education and learning through books. The speaker considers their alma mater, or the institution they owe their education to, as books and a well-stocked library. They express the belief that a lifetime spent reading and satisfying their curiosity would be fulfilling. It emphasizes the value they attach to knowledge, suggesting that books and libraries serve as a gateway to endless learning opportunities and intellectual growth.

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