Quote by Mark Twain

A public library is the most enduring of memorials, the trustiest monument for the preservation of an event or a name or an affection; for it, and it only, is respected by wars and revolutions, and survives them

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Summary

This quote emphasizes the significance of public libraries as lasting institutions that transcend the test of time. It highlights how a public library serves as a reliable and steadfast memorial, capable of preserving events, names, and even emotions. Unlike physical monuments vulnerable to destruction during times of conflict and change, a public library withstands the impact of wars and revolutions, reflecting its enduring respect and ability to endure beyond the turbulence of historical shifts.

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By Mark Twain

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