Due attention to the inside of books, and due contempt for the outside, is the proper relation between a man of sense and his books. -Earl Of Chesterfield

 

Due attention to the inside of books, and due contempt for the outside, is the proper relation between a man of sense and his books.


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This quote is just one of 8 total Earl Of Chesterfield quotes in our collection. Earl Of Chesterfield is known for saying 'Due attention to the inside of books, and due contempt for the outside, is the proper relation between a man of sense and his books.' as well as some of the following quotes.

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