Quote by Oliver Wendell Holmes

The best of a book is not the thought which it contains, but the thought which it suggests; just as the charm of music dwells not in the tones but in the echoes of our hearts.

The best of a book is not the thought which it contains, but

Summary

This quote suggests that the true value of a book lies not in the explicit ideas it presents, but rather in the thought-provoking concepts it inspires in the reader. Similarly, the beauty of music does not solely reside in the literal sounds produced, but rather in the emotional resonance it elicits within us. The quote emphasizes that the subtle and imaginative aspects of books and music are what truly capture our hearts and minds, surpassing the mere content or auditory experience.

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By Oliver Wendell Holmes

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