Quote by Count Axel Gustafsson Oxenstiern

The quantity of books in a person's library, is often a cloud of witnesses to the ignorance of the owner.

The quantity of books in a person's library, is often a clou

Summary

This quote suggests that the number of books present in someone's library may actually serve as evidence of their lack of knowledge or understanding. It implies that merely collecting a large amount of books does not equate to being well-informed or educated. Instead, it highlights the importance of actually reading and engaging with the content of those books in order to truly gain knowledge and insight. Simply having a library full of books without actively delving into them can imply a person's ignorance or indifference towards their potential.

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By Count Axel Gustafsson Oxenstiern

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