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The man who does not read good books has no advantage over the man who cannot read them
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"The man who does not read good books has no advantage over the man who cannot read them"

- Mark Twain

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This quote by Mark Twain is a pointer that understanding is power. It suggests that those who do not put in the time to check out excellent books are not any better off than those who are not able to read them. Checking out excellent books is a vital part of gaining knowledge and comprehending the world around us. It is a method to gain from the experiences of others and to get insight into various viewpoints. By reading great books, we can get a much better understanding of the world and the people in it. Reading excellent books can also assist us to develop our own ideas and opinions. Eventually, this quote is a pointer that reading great books is an important part of gaining understanding and understanding the world around us.

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Mark Twain This quote is written / told by Mark Twain between November 30, 1835 and April 21, 1910. He was a famous Author from USA. The author also have 178 other quotes.

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