Books, like proverbs, receive their chief value from the stamp and esteem of ages through which they passed.
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"Books, like proverbs, receive their chief value from the stamp and esteem of ages through which they passed." — William Temple
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About William Temple
William Temple was a politician from United States (1814–1863).
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Who said "Books, like proverbs, receive their chief value from the stamp and esteem of ag…"?
This quote is attributed to William Temple, a politician from United States.
When did William Temple live?
William Temple lived from 1814 – 1863.