Episode CLXXII: In praise of libraries and librarians

I'm sure many of the prattling horde will agree with this sentiment: we love libraries. When I was growing up, we lived within a few blocks of the town library, and I spent many happy hours immersed in that place. Apparently Alan Moore agrees with me.

I have no idea why Death is hovering over Moore's shoulder. I think it's part of the atmosphere that follows him everywhere.

(via Boing Boing)

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