Famous quote by Henry Ward Beecher

Books are not men and yet they stay alive

"Books are not men and yet they stay alive"

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Henry Ward Beecher's quote speaks with the power of books and their capability to go beyond time. Books are not living beings, yet they remain alive in the minds of readers, long after the author has actually died. Books can be passed down from generation to generation, and the stories they inform can be shared and delighted in by numerous. Books can likewise give comfort and solace, providing readers with a sense of friendship and understanding. Books can likewise be a source of understanding, providing readers with the chance to find out and grow. Books can likewise provide inspiration, supplying readers with the guts to pursue their dreams and aspirations. Simply put, books are an effective force that can survive in the hearts and minds of readers for many years to come.

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Henry Ward Beecher

This quote is written / told by Henry Ward Beecher between June 24, 1813 and March 8, 1887. He was a famous Clergyman from USA. The author also have 91 other quotes.
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