Wisdom is not wisdom when it is derived from books alone....

Who said "Wisdom is not wisdom when it is derived from books alone.... "?

"Wisdom is not wisdom when it is derived from books alone.... " is one of a famous quotes by Horace. Complete quote is as follows;
"Wisdom is not wisdom when it is derived from books alone."

What is "Wisdom is not wisdom when it is derived from books alone.... "?

"Wisdom is not wisdom when it is derived from books alone." This is a quote by Horace which is about Alone & Wisdom. He is known to have been associated with numerous other thought provoking quotes on these topics like;

• What is the worst of woes that wait on age? What stamps the wrinkle deeper on the brow? To view each loved one blotted from life's page, And be alone on earth, as I am now.
• Age is an issue of mind over matter. If you don't mind, it doesn't matter.

What does "Wisdom is not wisdom when it is derived from books alone.... " mean?

This quote is primarily about Wisdom although it also includes other themes like Alone & Wisdom. It is attributed to Horace. Complete quote is as follows;
"Wisdom is not wisdom when it is derived from books alone."