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You used to come to me for all sorts of information and knowledge before the internet was born
Tool of thief, toy of queen. Always used to be unseen. Sign of joy, sign of sorrow. Giving all likeness borrowed.
I am higher than the king. What am I ?
I move very slowly. I accompany life, and survive past demise. I am viewed with esteem in many womenβs eyes.
When I am alive, people sing. When I am dead, people clap hands. What am I?
Though not a plant, has leaves. Though not a beast, has spine. Though many wouldn't need this thing, It's more valuable than wine.