No matter what his rank or position may be, the lover of books is the richest and the happiest of the children of men.

- John Alfred Langford

The only jewel which will not decay is knowledge.

- John Alfred Langford

The only true equalisers in the world are books; the only treasure-house open to all comers is a library; the only wealth which will not decay is kno…

- John Alfred Langford

No possession can surpass, or even equal a good library, to the lover of books. Here are treasured up for his daily use and delectation, riches which…

- John Alfred Langford

The love of books is a love which requires neither justification, apology, nor defense.

- John Alfred Langford