Quote by Robertson Davies

Bookes give no wisdom where none was before, But where some is, there reading makes it more.

Bookes give no wisdom where none was before, But where some

Summary

This quote suggests that books do not inherently provide wisdom or knowledge, but instead they enhance and amplify existing wisdom within a person. If an individual possesses some level of understanding or insight, reading books will further enhance and expand their wisdom. Essentially, books act as a catalyst to foster intellectual growth and empower individuals to deepen their existing knowledge and gain even more wisdom.

By Robertson Davies

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