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Guildhall librarians “astonished” by Dick Whittington treasures

Guildhall librarians “astonished” by Dick Whittington treasures | Human Interest | Scoop.it

"The largest known private collection of items relating to Dick Whittington has been bequeathed to Guildhall Library by Ellery Yale Wood, the prolific children's book collector." 


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Steel Blades Envelope Media Library by Opus 5 Architectes

Steel Blades Envelope Media Library by Opus 5 Architectes | Human Interest | Scoop.it

Paris-based office Opus 5 architectes has completed a ‘media library’ located in western France. The building is oriented in three directions, presenting different views of the structure to the surrounding area. forming a retreat away from the city, the center offers a peaceful and tranquil environment where guests can read privately or engage in collaborative work...


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Catherine Devin's curator insight, April 25, 2014 10:01 AM

Une organisation des espaces et des équipements  qui, à l'écart des rayons et archives, invite les usagers à s'installer confortablement pour lire ou à se regrouper et  travailler à plusieurs.

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Delightful 17th-Century Traveling Library Packs 40 Volumes Into One

Delightful 17th-Century Traveling Library Packs 40 Volumes Into One | Human Interest | Scoop.it
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