I was reading in Boing Boing that in 1971 a new library in Troy, MI., was just being opened. In celebration of the event Isaac Asimov along with others, wrote an open letter to the new patrons (including the children) who would soon be frequenting it. This is what Dr. Asimov'http://www.blogger.com/img/blank.gifs letter had to say:
"Congratulations on the new library, because it isn't just a library. It is a space ship that will take you to the farthest reaches of the Universe, a time machine that will take you to the far past and the far future, a teacher that knows more than any human being, a friend that will amuse you and console you---and most of all, a gateway, to a better and happier and more useful life."
Words of hope to a brave new world.
Rumor has it that the Troy library is likely to close soon due in part to budget cut backs....
complete Boing Boing article
"Congratulations on the new library, because it isn't just a library. It is a space ship that will take you to the farthest reaches of the Universe, a time machine that will take you to the far past and the far future, a teacher that knows more than any human being, a friend that will amuse you and console you---and most of all, a gateway, to a better and happier and more useful life."
Words of hope to a brave new world.
Rumor has it that the Troy library is likely to close soon due in part to budget cut backs....
complete Boing Boing article
2 comments:
You're so funny... You know that's why I keep coming back right? LOL Troy... Sighhh *wipes tear from eye*
lol funny man stands with head slightly askew - wide staring eyes blink once..............then blink again.......
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