by Stuart A.P. Murray. In this remarkable book, Stuart A. P. Murray traces the elaborate history of the library from its very beginnings in the ancient libraries of Babylon and Alexandria to some of the greatest comtemporary institutions-the Royal Society of London, the Newberry Library, the Smithsonian and many others. Illustrated with 80 color photos, the book leads readers through the fascinating progress of the institution we know today as the library. A rich textual and visual resource, The Library will delight patrons, readers, and library staff alike. (Check Catalog)
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
The library : an illustrated history
by Stuart A.P. Murray. In this remarkable book, Stuart A. P. Murray traces the elaborate history of the library from its very beginnings in the ancient libraries of Babylon and Alexandria to some of the greatest comtemporary institutions-the Royal Society of London, the Newberry Library, the Smithsonian and many others. Illustrated with 80 color photos, the book leads readers through the fascinating progress of the institution we know today as the library. A rich textual and visual resource, The Library will delight patrons, readers, and library staff alike. (Check Catalog)
