Quote by Sir John Denham

Books should to one of these fours ends conduce, for wisdom, piety, delight, or use.

Books should to one of these fours ends conduce, for wisdom,

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of books by stating that every book should serve one of four purposes: to promote wisdom, inspire piety, provide delight, or offer practical use. In other words, books should either teach valuable lessons and knowledge, encourage moral and spiritual development, bring joy and entertainment, or offer practical advice or information. This perspective suggests that books hold substantial value when they align with these purposes and have the potential to shape and enrich the lives of readers in different ways.

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By Sir John Denham

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