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A house without books is like a room without windows. No man has a right to bring up his children without surrounding th
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"A house without books is like a room without windows. No man has a right to bring up his children without surrounding them with books, if he has the means to buy them"

- Horace Mann

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This quote by Horace Mann stresses the importance of books in a house. He suggests that books resemble windows, offering insight and knowledge to those who read them. He thinks that it is a parent's responsibility to offer their kids with books, if they have the ways to do so. He believes that books are important for a child's development, as they can open up a world of understanding and understanding. Books can also offer a source of entertainment and can help to promote a love of reading. Mann's quote is a reminder of the value of books in a house and the impact they can have on a kid's life.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Horace Mann between May 4, 1796 and August 2, 1859. He/she was a famous Educator from USA. The author also have 27 other quotes.

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