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Exercises at the Opening of the Library Building: Containing a Description of the Building; The Address of the Hon. Henry W. Sage, Presenting the ... White, Presenting the White Library of Hist - Softcover
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Explore the opening of a great university library and its enduring design for scholars.
This book offers a vivid look at the Library Building as a center for study and discovery. It describes the architecture, lighting, heating, and ventilation that make reading and research comfortable, from the east entrance to the broad reading rooms and the extensive stacks. It also highlights the White Historical Library and the endowment story, revealing how gifts shape a university’s collections and future.
- Detailed descriptions of the building’s layout, rooms, and the flow of visitors and materials.
- Insight into the role of endowments and donors in building a premier library collection.
- Discussion of library philosophy—access, quiet study, and the care of books for scholars and students.
- Historical context on how libraries evolve to meet changing needs while preserving learnings of the past.
Ideal for readers interested in library history, university heritage, and the design of scholarly spaces.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book describes the opening ceremonies of the Cornell University Library, providing an insight into the inception and design of the building. The author provides detailed descriptions of each room's function and the thought that went into the creation of spaces that cater to the needs of the students and staff. The book also incorporates the speeches delivered by dignitaries in attendance, offering glimpses into the hopes and aspirations they had for the library and its impact on the university. Overall, this book serves as a valuable historical record of the establishment of a significant institution dedicated to the pursuit of knowledge. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781332991891_0
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