Many projects and programmes have been developed to raise awareness of the importance of conservation and management of forests. (www.un.org.en/events/iyof2011) Deforestation accounts for 25% of global greenhouse gas emissions, which contributes to global climate change. Trees have an important role in biodversity, cultural diversity and environmental benefits. Trees are an integral part of our lives and those of future generations.
Our library is also an integral part of our lives and is a tree of knowledge! The Library is a great center of learning, for young and old, with so many resources (see August Library Newsletter - link) Check out the Bulletin Board in September for our tree craft of re-purposed books. Remember that BOOKS are a great carbon sink!
Some people read so little they have rickets of the mind. Jim Rohn
The images of men's wits and knowledge remain in books. Francis Bacon
True friendship can afford true knowledge. Thoreau
True knowledge exists in knowing that you know nothing. Socrates
We are drowning in information and starved for knowledge. Anon
Where is the wisdom we have lost in knowledge?
Where is the knowledge we have lost in information? TE Eliot
A woman, especially, if she have the misfortune of knowing anything, should conceal it as well as she can. Jane Austen
When I first heard of Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children by Ransom Riggs with its intriguing title, cover, and premise, I was immediately smitten. I love odd books and this one seemed unique in every way. I'm very glad to report that Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children was so enthralling that it overcame jet lag from a 10-hour plane ride - I just had to read to the end!
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