Books are a true Pierian spring for curious minds.
Pierian spring
idiomThe source of knowledge, inspiration, or learning.
Origin
disputed originFrom the spring of the Muses in Greek mythology.
The professor encouraged his students to visit the library, describing it as a Pierian spring for their research.
The poet sought solace in the ancient library, hoping to drink deeply from that metaphorical Pierian spring to reignite his fading creative spark.
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