The first time I read an excellent book, it is to me just as if I had gained a new friend. —Oliver Goldsmith
“The first time I read an excellent book, it is to me just as if I had gained a new friend.”

Oliver Goldsmith poet, playwright, physician

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Wow! strong words to start a day with.

Paul from SOUTH AFRICA
August 4, 2017

mmm just love the values i learn here..

sandra from zimbabwe
August 3, 2017

right on !

joann from 03766
August 3, 2017

I've gained a lot og new friends this way.

Anonymous
August 2, 2017

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