As I look over the Modern Library's list of the 100 Best Novels of the 20th Century, I realize I currently own about 20 of these books. Obviously, that means I have roughly 80 books to procure by other means. As much as I would love to own all of these books, being out of work makes that a somewhat unreasonable wish. Therefore, I will be turning to my local library as my main source of literature.
I mention this because as a former library clerk, I know just how tough our libraries have it right now. Libraries are facing their toughest challenges yet, and can really use our help.
Please do whatever you can to help keep these great community institutions open! Volunteer your time, donate your used books, buy a few used books, attend a free program, check out materials regularly, and/or make a small cash donation. It ALL helps!
Friday, October 30, 2009
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The library has had a special place in my heart for as long as I can remember. Whether a stuffy modular built for temporary service at an elementary school, a boring modern flat in a tiny, sweltering town or a creepy old two-story with a spooky basement, libraries have always been available--complete with the magic contained in the pages which they house. It would be a tragedy to lose these institutions that provide so many needed resources. Not to mention the loss of more people whose energy, creativity and tirelessness transcend their "job" and make the library a sanctuary for those who seek to fill their minds with more than noise and clutter.
we check out so many books especially since it is so easy to request them online
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