Fear of things invisible is the natural seed of that which every one in himself calleth religion.

Writing is a way of giving voice to the voiceless.

Happiness is holding someone in your arms and knowing you hold the whole world.

With a library you are free, not confined by temporary political climates. It is the most democratic of institutions because no one - but no one at all - can tell you what to read and when and how.

Music is a moral law. It gives a soul to the universe, wings to the minds, flight to the imagination, a charm to sadness, gaiety and life to everything. It is the essence of order, and leads to all that is good, just, and beautiful.