“It is both relaxing and invigorating to occasionally set aside the worries of life, seek the company of a friendly book...from the reading of 'good books' there comes a richness of life that can be obtained in no other way.”

Gordon B. Hinckley was a Mormon religious leader and educator in the 20th century. He served as the 15th president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from 1995 until his death in 2008. Known for his accessible, encouraging leadership and emphasis on faith, family, and service, his speeches often blended spiritual insight with practical wisdom.